Definition of Adhesion

a substance’s ability to attach to another substance

Examples of Adhesion in a sentence

For sturdier adhesion, apply hot glue to the sequins prior to attaching them to the leotard.  🔊

The wall paper is starting to peel because its adhesion has decreased in strength over the years.  🔊

If you want to strengthen the paint’s adhesion to the kitchen walls, prepare the walls with primer first.  🔊

The gum's adhesion made it stick to my new sneakers.  🔊

Although the adhesion of the glue was said to be strong, it wasn’t durable enough to hold the images on the poster board.  🔊

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