approachable

[uh-proh-chuh-buhl]

adjective

1. capable of being approached; accessible.

2. (of a person) easy to meet, know, talk with, etc.

Other Word Forms

• approachability noun
• approachableness noun
• nonapproachability noun
• nonapproachable adjective
• nonapproachableness noun
• reapproachable adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of approachable¹

First recorded in 1565–75; approach + -able

Example Sentences

“It drinks much like a wine, but it’s more approachable, like a beer,” said Andrew Blake, the founder of Blake’s Beverage Company in Armada, Mich.

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But he was so friendly and approachable that even opposing fans had fun engaging in banter and discussions.

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“We just wanted to make the whole space feel more approachable.”

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Little projects postponed for years—closing a checking account, updating a will—become approachable when you’ve got a squad.

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“We believe that on TV, in particular, where people enjoy their different shows, is the best place to offer something very easily approachable.”

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Related Words

• affable 
• cordial 
• receptive 
• sociable