B2 verb Neutral

adhesion

/ədˈhiːʒən/

The physical property of sticking to a surface or object, or the act of a person or group joining or supporting a specific cause or agreement. In a technical sense, it often describes the force that holds two different substances together.

Ejemplos

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1

The tape lost its adhesion after being exposed to water for several hours.

The tape's ability to stick was lost after it stayed in water for hours.

2

The state's adhesion to the international treaty was finalized during the summit.

The country's formal agreement to join the international treaty was completed at the meeting.

3

I need a glue with better adhesion if I want these wooden pieces to stay together.

I require a glue that sticks more strongly for these pieces of wood.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
adhesion
Verb
adhere
Adverbio
adhesively
Adjetivo
adhesive
Relacionado
adherent
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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'AD' in adhesion as standing for 'Adding' two different things together (like tape and a wall).

Quiz rápido

The engineer noticed that the cold weather was reducing the ______ of the sealant on the windows.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: adhesion

Ejemplos

1

The tape lost its adhesion after being exposed to water for several hours.

everyday

The tape's ability to stick was lost after it stayed in water for hours.

2

The state's adhesion to the international treaty was finalized during the summit.

formal

The country's formal agreement to join the international treaty was completed at the meeting.

3

I need a glue with better adhesion if I want these wooden pieces to stay together.

informal

I require a glue that sticks more strongly for these pieces of wood.

4

Molecular adhesion plays a critical role in the way cells interact with their environment.

academic

The way molecules stick together is very important for how cells work with their surroundings.

5

The contract of adhesion left the small business with very little room for negotiation.

business

The take-it-or-leave-it contract gave the small company almost no chance to negotiate.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
adhesion
Verb
adhere
Adverbio
adhesively
Adjetivo
adhesive
Relacionado
adherent

Colocaciones comunes

strong adhesion high sticking power
poor adhesion weak ability to stick
promote adhesion to encourage or improve sticking
cellular adhesion the process of cells sticking to each other
adhesion contract a standard form contract drafted by one party

Frases Comunes

contract of adhesion

A legally binding agreement where one party has all the bargaining power.

surface adhesion

The force that causes a liquid or solid to stick to a surface.

adhesion to principles

The act of remaining loyal to one's beliefs or rules.

Se confunde a menudo con

adhesion vs cohesion

Adhesion is the sticking together of different substances; cohesion is the sticking together of particles of the same substance.

adhesion vs adherence

Adhesion usually refers to physical sticking, whereas adherence often refers to sticking to rules, beliefs, or medical treatments.

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Notas de uso

Use 'adhesion' primarily in scientific, technical, or legal contexts. While it can mean 'loyalty' to a cause, 'adherence' is more common for metaphorical usage regarding rules.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use 'adhesion' when describing the internal bond of a single material, which should actually be 'cohesion'.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'AD' in adhesion as standing for 'Adding' two different things together (like tape and a wall).

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'adhaesio', from the verb 'adhaerere', meaning 'to stick to'.

Patrones gramaticales

Uncountable noun when referring to the physical property Countable noun in medical contexts (referring to scars or tissue unions) Often followed by the preposition 'to'
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Contexto cultural

In legal systems, 'contracts of adhesion' are a significant consumer protection topic because they represent 'take-it-or-leave-it' deals.

Quiz rápido

The engineer noticed that the cold weather was reducing the ______ of the sealant on the windows.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: adhesion

Palabras relacionadas

overall

B2

Describing the total or general nature of something when all parts or factors are considered together. It refers to the whole of a situation rather than specific details or individual components.

overlap

B2

To cover part of the same area of space or time as something else, or to have some common qualities or features. It describes situations where two things occupy the same physical space partially or where two events happen simultaneously for a period.

overseas

B2

Relating to, coming from, or situated in a country across the sea or ocean. It is used to describe international contexts, particularly travel, trade, or living arrangements in a foreign land.

panel

B2

A panel is a small group of people brought together to discuss a specific topic, provide expert advice, or make decisions. It can also refer to a distinct, flat, and often rectangular section of a larger surface, such as a wall, door, or control board.

parameter

B2

A parameter is a limit or boundary that defines the scope of a particular process, system, or activity. In technical or mathematical contexts, it refers to a measurable factor that sets the conditions of an operation.

passive

B2

Describing someone who allows things to happen or accepts what others do without resistance or participation. It is also used in grammar to describe a sentence structure where the subject is the recipient of the action rather than the performer.

persist

B2

To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty, opposition, or failure. It also refers to a state or condition that continues to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

philosophy

B2

Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline. It also refers to a specific set of beliefs, values, or principles that guide the behavior and outlook of an individual or an organization.

portion

B2

A portion is a part of a whole that has been divided or allocated to a specific person or purpose. It is most commonly used to describe a serving of food or a specific share of a larger amount, such as money or time.

pose

B2

To present or constitute a problem, danger, or challenge that needs to be addressed. It also refers to the physical act of assuming a specific position for a photograph, painting, or artistic work.

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