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inaccessible

adjective

in·​ac·​ces·​si·​ble ˌi-nik-ˈse-sə-bəl How to pronounce inaccessible (audio)
(ˌ)i-ˌnak-
: not accessible
an inaccessible area
an inaccessible goal
inaccessibility noun
inaccessibly adverb

Synonyms of inaccessible

Examples of inaccessible in a Sentence

The area is inaccessible by road. His prose is inaccessible to many readers.
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Cluci Anti-theft Backpack Purse The only way to access the contents of this anti-theft backpack is from a hidden back zipper, making your belongings virtually inaccessible to pickpockets. Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2025 Private tutoring remains expensive and often inaccessible for learners outside large cities. Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025 The records also show a history of over 280 fire code violations throughout the entire apartment complex dating back through last year, including dozens found on May 6, after the fire, such as inaccessible fire extinguishers, no smoke detectors and electrical hazards. Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 27 Nov. 2025 The drone footage was being used to identify inaccessible or hazardous debris areas, Herman's office said. Melina Khan, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inaccessible

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Middle French or Late Latin; Middle French, from Late Latin inaccessibilis, from Latin in- + Late Latin accessibilis accessible

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inaccessible was in the 15th century

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“Inaccessible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inaccessible. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

inaccessible

adjective
in·​ac·​ces·​si·​ble ˌin-ik-ˈses-ə-bəl How to pronounce inaccessible (audio)
(ˌ)in-ˌak-
: not accessible
an inaccessible area
an inaccessible goal
inaccessibility noun
inaccessibly adverb

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