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annexationist

annexationist

8.9
A person who supports adding land to a country or state
  • noun
  • /ˌænɛkˈseɪʃənɪst/
translation icon : anexionista
  • The annexationist movement gained momentum in the early 20th century.

Examples

  • Debates between the annexationist and his opponents dominated the political scene for months.

  • The annexationist movement gained momentum after the discovery of valuable resources in the neighboring region.

  • As an outspoken annexationist, she campaigned for the country's borders to be extended.

  • Many annexationists argue that the territory is historically theirs.

  • As an annexationist, she argued for the inclusion of the disputed region into the nation.

  • The group of annexationists held a rally to promote their cause for territorial expansion.

  • Many annexationists believe that incorporating new territories can strengthen the country's economy.

Synonyms

expansionist
vsannexationist
1 6.8

Someone who wants their country to have more land or power

supports adding territory specifically rather than broader power or influence

How Supportive

annexationist
8.9
supporter
817 1.0
neutral
2 4.2
opponent
3.4

Surface Forms

annexationist singular
annexationists plural

Morphology

annexationist = annexation (transparent) = annex + ation + ist

Built from 'annexation' + '-ist' to form 'one who supports or advocates annexation', a regular and transparent derivation.

Etymology

Annexationist comes from annex ('to add') and the ending -ist ('a person who believes or acts'), so an annexationist is a person who wants territory added to their country.