Adhere

The term “adhere” is derived from the Latin word “adhaerere,” which combines “ad” (to) and “haerere” (to stick or cling).

Etymology:

1. Latin

• Word: adhaerere
• Meaning: To stick, to cling

2. Middle English (c. 12th to 15th century CE)

• Term: adhæren
• Meaning:
• To stick fast or cleave, especially by chemical or molecular attraction.
• To remain attached or devoted to something.
• Derived from: Latin adhaerere

3. Modern English (from 15th century CE to present)

• Term: Adhere
• Meaning:
• To stick or cling firmly to something.
• To follow or maintain loyalty to a principle, belief, or course of action.

Summary:

The word “adhere” originates from the Latin word “adhaerere,” meaning “to stick” or “to cling.” In Middle English, it referred to sticking fast or cleaving, as well as remaining attached or devoted to something. In Modern English, it continues to denote sticking firmly to something physically or following and maintaining loyalty to a principle, belief, or course of action.