ADHESIVENESS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

adhesiveness

noun

Definition of adhesiveness

as in cohesiveness

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Noun

There has to be some sort of moral cohesiveness with each other that will pull us out of that eventually.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2026
In his review of the Greenway, journalist Marty Carlock questions the cohesiveness of the space’s design.

— Ashley Gardini, JSTOR Daily, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of cohesiveness

Noun

Reese’s tenacity on the boards have left her teammates impressed.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Ampadu’s tenacity in the tackle, composure on the ball and his long throw — an emerging weapon — all contributed to the team’s strong showings.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of tenacity

Noun

No cohesion between the ingredients, the tortilla much too small and overcooked.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
The five-piece set includes a plush comforter, throw blanket, shams, and a decorative pillow for calming cohesion, and comes in rich neutrals like creamy beige, midnight blue, and toasty brown.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of cohesion

Noun

Along the way, the family’s reality show has become the seed from which a panoply of other projects, opportunities, and attachments have sprouted.

— Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
What a bidet means for home value A basic manual attachment can be installed in under 10 minutes, though more elaborate models often need a professional.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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