annexed Definition
- 1added to something larger or more important
- 2seized or occupied territory, especially by military force
Using annexed: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "annexed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The new building will be annexed to the main campus.
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The country annexed the neighboring state after a long conflict.
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The annexed territory was later granted independence.
annexed Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with annexed
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Please review the annexed document for additional information.
the incorporation of the Hawaiian Islands into the United States in 1898
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The annexation of Hawaii was a controversial decision that had lasting effects on the region.
the incorporation of the Republic of Texas into the United States in 1845
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The annexation of Texas was a major political issue in the United States during the mid-19th century.
Origins of annexed
from Latin 'annexus', meaning 'connected'
Summary: annexed in Brief
'Annexed' [əˈneks] means added to something larger or more important, as in 'The new building will be annexed to the main campus.' It can also refer to seized or occupied territory, especially by military force, as in 'The country annexed the neighboring state after a long conflict.' 'Annexed' extends into phrases like 'annexed document,' and historical events like the 'annexation of Hawaii,' denoting the incorporation of Hawaii into the United States in 1898.
