noun
- Plural of annexationism; political ideologies, movements, or doctrines that advocate for the annexation of territory or the expansion of a nation's borders.
Usage: Formal, political/historical term; Usually used in academic or historical contexts
Examples
- The 19th century saw various annexationisms compete for influence in European politics.
- Historians debate the role of annexationisms in triggering regional conflicts.
- Different annexationisms shaped colonial policies across the globe.
- The rise of nationalist annexationisms led to territorial disputes.
- Political theorists have critiqued annexationisms as violations of self-determination.