Definition

A note or comment added to a text to explain or give more information about it.

Example

The teacher provided an annotation on the student's essay to help improve their writing.

Conversation

Have you seen the annotation I added to the article?

Yes, it really clarified some of the points for me.

I thought the annotation would help explain the complicated sections.

It definitely did! I appreciate the extra detail.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Annotation → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "notare" (meaning to mark). The word refers to the act of marking or adding notes to a text.

Memory Tip

Think of adding notes ('ad-') to something you want to mark ('notare') — that's what annotation means.

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