Vocabulary

Adherence

English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.

English meaning
the act of adhering , especially : the act of doing what is required by a Rule or Belief etc
Urdu meaning
عمل استقامت یا پابند
Example sentences (from Dawn)

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  1. He was sworn in as PM last Fridayat12:34pm-anauspiciousmoment according to astrologers, although indicating an adherence to superstition.
    Dawn Editorials — Himalayan hopes — 2026-04-01
  2. Without investment in specialised training and adherence to international best practices, such self-guided efforts can cause irreversible harm.Restoration must be guided by science, not convenience.
    Dawn Editorials — Preserving heritage — 2026-03-30
  3. In effect, only 36pc of the notified cells are operational.Even where the crisis cells are func-tional, experts have raised concerns about their adherence to the law`s guidelines.
    Dawn Editorials — ARCCs in crisis — 2026-03-09
  4. Judge Nolte advocated cautious interpretation, prioritising close adherence to treaty texts.
    Dawn Editorials — Authoritative advisory opinion — 2025-12-18
  5. Researchers point to a few elements of successful protests, even in authoritarian contexts: a strict adherence to non-violence; lawfulness; the participation of a diverse coalition that unites for a cause; and clarity in demands.
    Dawn Editorials — Protest politics — 2025-10-13
Synonyms
adhesion, cling

Antonyms
unsticking
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