Synonyms of unapproachable

unapproachable

adjective

ˌən-ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl 

as in inaccessible

hard or impossible to get to or get at

a nearly unapproachable fortress in the mountains

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inaccessible
• unavailable
• untouchable
• far
• unreachable
• unobtainable
• isolated
• inapproachable
• unattainable
• hidden
• inconvenient
• removed
• distant
• apart
• secluded
• remote
• away
• far-off
• faraway
• out-of-the-way

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• convenient
• accessible
• approachable
• attainable
• obtainable
• reachable
• handy
• procurable
• immediate
• near
• nearby
• close
• acquirable
• next-door
• neighboring
• nigh
• getatable

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unapproachable

That is unsurprising, because David Byrne’s infinitely curious collection of geeky grey matter is quite unlike that of most unapproachable rock stars. — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026

Many in this demographic choose craft cocktails or hard seltzers over a traditional Cabernet, viewing wine as unapproachable and tied to an older, exclusive demographic. — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 19 Mar. 2026

Her growing up outside of the fold only helps the couple be more like the people, rather than unapproachable. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026

There’s nary a crease to be seen in Bina Daigeler’s costumes, all covetable, unapproachable and tailored to the gods; Matthew Herbert’s score may be among the lushest ever slathered over such horrible goings-on. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026