Synonyms for

Annex

Verb / ˈæˌneks / / ʌˈneks / Another word for annex — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to add or attach something larger or more important to something else

Synonyms & similar words

extension annexe wing add append affix join attach connect unite incorporate combine merge blend fuse consolidate amalgamate associate integrate conjoin adjunct subjoin supplement

Synonyms by register

Formal

append incorporate subjoin assimilate

Informal

take over add on tag on

Literary

engraft graft

Antonyms

separate detach cede release surrender relinquish yield

Common collocations

  • annex territory
  • annex land
  • annex a country
  • annex a region
  • annexation of territory
  • annexation of land
  • annex a document

Word family

noun annexation
verb annex
adjective annexed

Usage note

As a verb, 'annex' often implies forceful or unauthorized addition, particularly in a political or military context. As a noun, 'annex' refers to the added part itself, such as an appendix to a book.

Example sentences

  1. The company plans to annex the competitor's business to expand their market share.
  2. The annexation of Hawaii to the United States happened in 1898.
  3. The teacher asked the students to annex additional information to their research papers.
  4. The government decided to annex the neighboring country to strengthen its military power.
  5. The landlord decided to annex the vacant lot to his property to build a bigger house.

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