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annex vs assume

assume vs annex

annex is a noun but assume is not a noun.

annex and assume both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
annex Yes No Yes No
assume No No Yes No
As verbs, assume is a hypernym of annex; that is, assume is a word with a broader meaning than annex:
  • annex: take (territory) as if by conquest
  • assume: seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
Other hypernyms of annex include arrogate, seize, take over, usurp.
annex (noun) assume (noun)
an addition that extends a main building
annex (verb) assume (verb)
add an extra part to put clothing on one's body
take (territory) as if by conquest take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
take up someone's soul into heaven
make a pretence of
occupy or take on
seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person
take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
Difference between annex and assume

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