adhere

/ædˈhɪə/verb
Middle School
1

To stick fast or cleave, as a glutinous substance does; to become joined or united.

2

To be attached or devoted by personal union, in belief, on principle, etc.

3

To be consistent or coherent; to be in accordance; to agree.

4

To fasten by adhesion.

5

To affirm a judgment.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing