Definition

Something that cannot be reached or entered easily.

Example

The mountain peak was inaccessible during the winter due to heavy snowfall.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new hiking trail?

Yeah, but I heard it's pretty inaccessible for most people.

That's a bummer; I was really looking forward to exploring it.

Maybe we can find a closer trail that's not as inaccessible.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inaccessible → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "accessibilis" (from Latin, meaning able to be approached or entered). The word "inaccessible" means not able to be approached or entered.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'able to be approached' ('accessibilis') — that's why inaccessible means something you cannot reach.

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