accessible

adjective

ac·ces·si·ble ik-ˈse-sə-bəl

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Synonyms of accessible next

: capable of being reached

a remote region accessible by rail

also : being within reach

fashions at accessible prices

: easy to speak to or deal with

a friendly, accessible boss

: capable of being used or seen : available

information that should be accessible to everyone

The collection is not currently accessible.

: capable of being understood or appreciated

the author's most accessible stories

an accessible film

: capable of being influenced : open

people who are accessible to new ideas

: easily used or accessed by people with disabilities : adapted for use by people with disabilities

accessible bathrooms/doorways/seating/parking

Councilwoman Deborah Gross introduced legislation Tuesday that would prioritize accessible entryways, common areas, restrooms and communications facilities—in that order—when city businesses undergo major physical updates.—

Adam Smeltz

accessibility

ik-ˌse-sə-ˈbi-lə-tē

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noun

accessibleness

ik-ˈse-sə-bəl-nəs

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noun

accessibly

ik-ˈse-sə-blē

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adverb

Example Sentences

The inn is accessible by train and bus. The mall is accessible from the highway. It is a fascinating and accessible book.

Recent Examples on the Web In reality, Lake Placid's Whiteface Lodge, where it was filmed, is a much more accessible—and family-friendly—resort with plenty to do, from hiking and biking, to whitewater rafting and fishing, to boating and golf. —

Leena Kim, Town & Country, 29 May 2023 During a time of high inflation, many, especially younger individuals who are more impacted by market volatility and graduated with greater debt, have realized that the American Dream is no longer accessible or affordable. —

Chloe Berger, Fortune, 26 May 2023 The fourth outer structure, which looks like a mini psychedelic home, is an open space designed to be wheelchair accessible and welcoming to children who can play inside. —

Elizabeth Myong, Dallas News, 26 May 2023 The data is sent to a publicly accessible map, viewable by anyone. —

Katarina Sabados, NBC News, 25 May 2023 Such a solution could make electricity more accessible and reduce avoidable emergency department visits, which may prevent crowding. —

Carla Delgado, Popular Science, 25 May 2023 Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff Cambridge joins other cities, such as Boston and Springfield, in making free prekindergarten accessible for all children. —

Naomi Martin, BostonGlobe.com, 24 May 2023 The review board at the school, which goes through eighth grade, agreed to make four of the books accessible only to middle schoolers. —

Peter Weber, The Week, 24 May 2023 In the last few months, these tools have become increasingly sophisticated and accessible, leading to an explosion of hyperrealistic content fooling users online. —

Emmanuelle Saliba, ABC News, 23 May 2023 See More

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English accessyble, borrowed from Middle French & Late Latin; Middle French accessible, borrowed from Late Latin accessibilis, from Latin accessus (past participle of accēdere "to approach") + -ibilis -ible — more at accede

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler

The first known use of accessible was in the 15th century

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