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Synonyms & Similar Words
accessible
affable
amicable
congenial
cordial
easygoing
friendly
genial
hospitable
inviting
kindly
mild
obliging
pleasant
receptive
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warm
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Meaning of Approachable
The primary meaning of "approachable" is being easy to talk to or meet.
Definitions
- Easy to approach or talk to, friendly and tolerant
- * Able to be reached or entered
Etymology of Approachable
The word "approachable" originated in the 17th century from the verb "approach", which comes from the Old French "approcher", derived from "aproprechier", a combination of "a" (to) and "proche" (near), and the Latin "apprope" (near), and the suffix "-able" which forms an adjective indicating ability or capacity.
Example Uses
- The new manager is very approachable and always willing to listen to employees' concerns.
- * The approachable nature of the teacher made it easy for students to ask questions.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unapproachable
aloof
distant
forbidding
unfriendly
cold
reserved
inaccessible
remote
uncommunicative
standoffish
haughty
disdainful
condescending
dismissive
hostile
intimidating
uncooperative
unresponsive
unsympathetic
unbending
unyielding
austere
stern
severe