1. a person who supports or follows a particular belief, cause, or leader

1. sticking firmly to something

Examples

• She was a devoted adherent of the environmental movement.
• The political party gained many new adherents after the debate.
• He remained an adherent to his religious beliefs throughout his life.
• The adherent tape stuck firmly to the wall.
• The bandage was adherent to the wound.
• Many adherents gathered at the rally to show their support.