approachable
Americanadjective
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capable of being approached; accessible.
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(of a person) easy to meet, know, talk with, etc.
adjective
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capable of being approached; accessible
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(of a person) friendly
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of approachable
Explanation
Celebrities who are friendly and easy to talk to are often described as approachable. It means they are nice and open, so you can easily approach them and say hello. A text is approachable if a reader feels like it's easy to understand and connect with. Approachable also describes how you approach, or get to a location. If your school is located deep in the woods, it might only be approachable by one road. In the winter, that road had better stay plowed or your school won't be approachable by anyone at all.
Vocabulary lists containing approachable
Positive Words to Describe People, List 1
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Example Sentences
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During his two-plus years in office, Benn became known among journalists for being incredibly polite and approachable.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Even with the stature he had, he was still a physical presence there, he was approachable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
Chef Adam Ritter and hospitality director Jeanie Janas Ritter combine Midwest ingredients with French technique, creating a menu that feels both refined and approachable.
From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2026
Ana Milagros, 64, who was waving a Vatican flag, said she thought the US-born pope seemed "approachable" and "very sincere".
From Barron's ● Jun. 7, 2026
Personable and approachable, Frank was not much older than we and mixed freely with students.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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