Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

accession

Noun

/əkˈsɛʃ.ən/

Definition

The act of joining or adding to something, especially in the context of rights or property.

Examples

The country’s accession to the treaty marked a significant shift in international relations.
After years of negotiations, they celebrated their accession to the European Union.

Meaning

Accession refers to the process of gaining access or the state of being added. It often relates to acquiring rights or property, or the act of becoming a member of a group or organization.