approachable

adjective

ap·​proach·​able ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl 

: capable of being approached : accessible

specifically : easy to meet or deal with

friendly and approachable people

approachability

ə-ˌprō-chə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of approachable in a Sentence

The supervisor is quite approachable, so don't hesitate to bring up any problems you have.

The topic is complex but the book itself is very approachable.

The cabin is approachable from several directions.

Recent Examples on the Web

If Middleburg, a half hour away, has long been considered the queen of the county, Leesburg is emerging as her hip younger sister—approachable, edgy, and increasingly full of creative energy. —Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026

Today's dining rooms are much more approachable and airy, pros say. —Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026

People love an approachable, unfussy destination, and that's exactly why this region is perfect for a Southerner. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026

Now, though, the company specializes in inexpensive, approachable, small-displacement bikes. —New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for approachable

• irreproachable
• unapproachable

Kids Definition

approachable

adjective

ap·​proach·​able ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl 

: easy to meet or deal with

a friendly and approachable teacher

approachability

-ˌprō-chə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun