accessibility

[ak-ses-uh-bil-uh-tee]

noun

1. the quality of being easy to approach, reach, enter, speak with, use, or understand.

   Transportation in boats, land vehicles, and eventually aircraft dramatically increased the accessibility of most locations on the planet.

   What is most immediately noticeable about the music is its accessibility.

2. the quality of being usable, reachable, obtainable, etc..

   The closeness and accessibility of the moon allow us to operate there in a way that is not possible with other space destinations.

   The Open Access policy establishes the company’s expectations relating to the public accessibility of data from research done by staff members or outside contractors.

3. the quality of being suitable or adapted for use by people with disabilities.

   Undoubtedly, tourism and travel revenues will come to depend more and more on adequate accessibility as the number of senior and disabled visitors grows in the coming decades.

Other Word Forms

• unaccessibility noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of accessibility¹

accessibl(e) ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )

Example Sentences

A Western centrist might argue that streaming accessibility is the main reason for this trend toward East Asian media.

From Salon

The genius of the formula is its accessibility: No expertise is required, just the confidence to spar.

From Salon

The case underscores ongoing challenges in the tech-driven gig economy, where enforcement of accessibility standards often depends on individual drivers and company oversight.

From Salon

"We will continue to invest in our facilities, services, and staff training as part of our ongoing accessibility programme," said Mr Campbell.

From BBC

Vitale, a retired home inspector and accessibility specialist for the state, is busy reassembling Santa costume parts.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• convenience