adherence
//ədˈhɪərəns//
Noun
adherenceSingular
1
The quality or act of sticking firmly to a rule, belief, standard, or practice.
Strict adherence to safety regulations is required in this factory.
2
Faithful attachment or loyalty to a person, cause, or organization.
Her adherence to the political party never wavered despite the controversy.
3
The physical property of sticking or holding together.
The adherence of the tape to the surface weakened over time.