annex | Definition of annex

annex

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of annex

to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase

plans to annex the supply room so as to make the classroom bigger

Synonyms of annex

add, adjoin, append, subjoin, tack (on)

Words Related to annex

affix, attach, fasten, fix, graft, hitch, tag, tie

infuse, inject, insert, interfuse, introduce

aggrandize, amplify, augment, beef (up), boost, compound, enlarge, escalate, expand, extend, increase, multiply, raise, swell (up)

elongate, lengthen, prolong, protract

enhance, heighten, intensify, magnify

complement, supplement, supply

enforce, reinforce (also reenforce), strengthen

Near Antonyms of annex

detach, disconnect, disjoin, separate, unfasten

amputate, cut, excise, lop (off), sever

contract, decrease, diminish, lessen, lower, reduce

abbreviate, abridge, curtail, shorten

compress, condense, constrict, cut back, retrench

Antonyms of annex

abate, bate, deduct, knock off, remove, subtract, take off