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espouse vs adhere

adhere vs espouse

espouse and adhere both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
espouse No No Yes No
adhere No No Yes No
As verbs, adhere is a hyponym of espouse; that is, adhere is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than espouse:
  • espouse: choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
  • adhere: be a devoted follower or supporter
Other hyponyms of espouse include stick.
espouse (verb) adhere (verb)
take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own follow through or carry out a plan without deviation
choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans stick to firmly
take in marriage; married come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
be compatible or in accordance with
be loyal to
be a devoted follower or supporter
Difference between espouse and adhere

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