Annexed Meaning and Definition
Annexed
Pronunciation
/ˈænɛksɪd/
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Definition
A territory or area that has been added to a country, state, or other jurisdiction, often through conquest, annexation, or colonization.
Examples
- The kingdom annexed the neighboring territory in the 19th century.
- The city’s annexation of the surrounding suburbs increased its population.
Synonyms
- Conquered
- Occupied
- Assimilated
Antonyms
- Divided
- Independent
- Separated
Etymology
The word “annexed” comes from the Latin “annexare,” meaning “to join or attach to.” This Latin verb is derived from “ad,” meaning “to,” and “nexus,” meaning “connection.”
Usage Notes
When using “annexed” as a noun, it refers to an area that has been added to another territory or jurisdiction. As a verb, it means to add an area to another territory or jurisdiction.
Cultural References
Annexation has been a significant theme in many historical and fictional works, such as the Roman conquests in Europe and Asia, the annexation of Hawaii by the United States in 1898, and the annexation of Tibet by China in 1951.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- “Annexation of Korea” – a term used to describe the annexation of Korea by Japan in 1910
Related Words or Phrases
- Colony
- Occupation
- Assimilation
Collocations
- annexed territory
- annexed land
- annexed people
Frequency of Use
Annexed is less commonly used in modern language compared to related terms such as “conquered” or “occupied.”
Common Misspellings
- Annex
- Anexed
- Anneksed