stick vs adhere

stick is a noun but adhere is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
stick	Yes	No	Yes	No
adhere	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, stick and adhere are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of stick include bind, bond, hold fast, stick to.

As verbs, stick and adhere are synonyms defined as:

stick and adhere: come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

Other synonyms of stick include cleave, cling, cohere.

As verbs, stick and adhere are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of stick include stand by, stick by.

As verbs, stick and adhere are synonyms defined as:

stick (noun)	adhere (noun)
threat of a penalty
an implement consisting of a length of wood
a long thin implement resembling a length of wood
marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking
a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane
a long implement (usually made of wood) that is shaped so that hockey or polo players can hit a puck or ball
informal terms for the leg
a rectangular quarter pound block of butter or margarine
a small thin branch of a tree

stick (verb)	adhere (verb)
be a mystery or bewildering to	follow through or carry out a plan without deviation
saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous	stick to firmly
stick to firmly	come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation	be compatible or in accordance with
put, fix, force, or implant	be loyal to
pierce or penetrate or puncture with something pointed	be a devoted follower or supporter
pierce with a thrust using a pointed instrument
fasten with an adhesive material like glue
fasten with or as with pins or nails
fasten into place by fixing an end or point into something
cover and decorate with objects that pierce the surface
be in a certain place and not leave
be loyal to
endure
be a devoted follower or supporter
be or become fixed