approachable

adjective

ap·​proach·​able ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl How to pronounce approachable (audio)
: capable of being approached : accessible
specifically : easy to meet or deal with
friendly and approachable people
approachability noun

Examples of approachable in a Sentence

The supervisor is quite approachable, so don't hesitate to bring up any problems you have. The topic is complex but the book itself is very approachable. The cabin is approachable from several directions.
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Moreover, Ivan is very open and approachable and can make quick decisions when needed. Sarwant Singh, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025 For Goslar, being visible and approachable to parents and students is a top priority. Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 14 Sep. 2025 Overall, respondents expressed a preference for a robot that resembled a dog and appeared approachable in public settings. Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2025 Unlike in-office treatments that can be time-consuming and expensive, at-home tools make the process more approachable and affordable for anyone seeking longer-term results than what an electric shaver or razor can provide. Iman Balagam, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for approachable

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of approachable was in 1571

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“Approachable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/approachable. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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approachable

adjective
ap·​proach·​able ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl How to pronounce approachable (audio)
: easy to meet or deal with
a friendly and approachable teacher
approachability noun

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