Stick to means to continue with something without deviating or giving up: Stick to the plan, She stuck to her story despite intense questioning.
It implies loyalty, persistence, or adherence—whether to a diet, a principle, or a subject of discussion.
Let's stick to the topic at hand.
The phrase suggests resisting temptation to wander or change course.
1. persist — persevere, Continue despite obstacles; continue (Go on without stopping); maintain (Keep in condition); uphold (Maintain or confirm officially); commit · resolve · steadfast · determined · tenacious · unwavering · dedicated · constant · dogged · persistent
2. adhere — cling, Hold tightly to; bond (Binding tie or connection); attach (Join or connect); grip (Secure manual hold); affix · fasten · secure · seal · clingy · tacky · gummy · viscous · suction · velcro
Opposites
COMMITMENT/ADHERENCEstick to ≠ abandon Leave behind permanently; give up · forsake · desert · renounce · relinquish
PHYSICAL ADHESIONstick to ≠ come off Detach or succeed; peel off · fall off · let go of · slip off · slide off
Categories
loyalty: loyalty, devotion, loyal, faithfulness, fidelity; holding firm: hold, hold fast, hold firm, hold on, hold onto
Family
stick, sticky, stuck, sticks, sticking, cohesion, adhesion, cohere
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