accessible

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //əkˈsɛsəbl//

KK: /əkˈsɛsəbl/

adjective

Definition

Something that can be easily reached, entered, or obtained. It can also refer to a person who is friendly and easy to talk to.

Example

The building is accessible to people with disabilities.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: more accessible

Superlative: most accessible

Conversation

I really appreciate how accessible your office is for everyone.

Thanks! I believe it's important for people to feel comfortable coming in.

Absolutely, it makes a big difference in how we communicate.

Exactly! An accessible environment encourages more open discussions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

reachable

attainable

approachable

Antonyms

inaccessible

unreachable

difficult

Root Explanation

Accessible → It is formed from "access" (from Latin "accessus", meaning approach or entry) and the suffix "-ible" (meaning capable of being). The word "accessible" means capable of being approached or entered.

Memory Tip

Think of 'access' as the ability to approach something, and '-ible' means capable of. So, accessible means something that can be approached.

Visually Confused Words

unaccessible