Annexation

Pronunciation: /ˌæn.ɪkˈseɪ.ʃən/

Definitions of annexation

noun the fact of being annexed

Example Sentences

A1 The annexation of the new territory was approved by the government.

A2 The annexation of the land led to tensions between the two countries.

B1 The annexation of Crimea by Russia caused international controversy.

B2 The annexation of the neighboring city was met with resistance from the local population.

C1 The annexation of the island was part of a strategic plan to expand the country's influence.

C2 The annexation of the region was seen as a violation of international law by many countries.

Examples of annexation in a Sentence

formal The annexation of the neighboring territory was met with international condemnation.

informal The annexation of that land was a bold move by the government.

slang Did you hear about the annexation of that new area? Crazy stuff!

figurative Her annexation of power within the company was swift and strategic.

Grammatical Forms of annexation

• past tense: annexed
• plural: annexations
• comparative: more annexed
• superlative: most annexed
• present tense: annexes
• future tense: will annex
• perfect tense: have annexed
• continuous tense: is annexing
• singular: annexation
• positive degree: annexation
• infinitive: to annex
• gerund: annexing
• participle: annexing

Origin and Evolution of annexation

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'annexation' originated from the Latin word 'annexare', which means 'to attach'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the act of attaching or adding something, the meaning of 'annexation' has evolved to specifically denote the incorporation of territory into a country or state through legal or political means.