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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Since the fiddle is so approachable, every hand that touches it has the ability to impact its sound. Katherine Polcari, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025 It's designed to be friendly and approachable, inviting natural interaction. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025 Being present, approachable and willing to roll up your sleeves establishes credibility and motivates your team to strive for excellence. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025 Photo: Audrey Lee Photo: Audrey Lee For a custom service that still has an approachable price tag, look to The Hues, a service that commerce editor Audrey Lee tested to turn her bedroom into a suite. Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 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 29 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

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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