annexed

American  

[an-ekst, uh-nekst] / ˈæn ɛkst, əˈnɛkst /

adjective

1. attached or added, especially to something larger or more important.

   The final report, together with annexed comments made by the inspected party, shall be submitted within 30 days after the inspection.

2. (of territory) incorporated into the domain of a larger entity, often as an act of aggression.

   The bill will clarify the authority of cities and villages over annexed county roads.

   In October 1939 Hitler gave his newly appointed Reich Commissioner full control over the annexed section of Poland.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of annex.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• unannexed
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of annexed

annex ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

The eighth project was annexed into the City of Granbury, which had not received any development plans, according to a spokesperson.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Overnight into Wednesday, Russia said its air defences intercepted 354 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions, including areas bordering Ukraine and annexed Crimea.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

In March 1938, when Kurt was a 1-year-old, Nazi Germany annexed Austria.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Not the kind that requires parcels of land to be annexed, such as Guantanamo Bay, in exchange for freedom.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

“We will not quarrel for the greater share of blame annexed to that evening,” said Elizabeth.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen

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