CEFR B2

adhesion

noun

Meaning

The state of sticking fast to a surface or object.

Examples

The adhesion of the glue to the wood was surprisingly strong.
Good adhesion is crucial for paint to last on a wall.

Synonyms: stickiness, attachment, bonding, cohesion

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adhesion (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ədˈhiːʒən/

Definition

The state of sticking fast to a surface or object.

Examples

The adhesion of the glue to the wood was surprisingly strong.
Good adhesion is crucial for paint to last on a wall.

How to Use adhesion

adhesion to (prepositional phrase): The act of sticking to a specific surface or object. — "The adhesion of the sticker to the car window was impressive."
poor adhesion (collocation): When something does not stick well. — "The paint showed poor adhesion to the rusty metal."
strong adhesion (collocation): When something sticks very well. — "The new adhesive provides strong adhesion even in wet conditions."

Synonyms of adhesion

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