accessible
adjective
ac·ces·si·ble
ik-ˈse-sə-bəl 
ak-,
ek-
1
a
: capable of being reached
a remote region accessible by rail
also
: being within reach
fashions at accessible prices
b
: easy to speak to or deal with
a friendly, accessible boss
2
: capable of being used or seen : available
information that should be accessible to everyone
The collection is not currently accessible.
3
: capable of being understood or appreciated
the author's most accessible stories
an accessible film
4
: capable of being influenced : open
people who are accessible to new ideas
5
: easily used or accessed by people with disabilities : adapted for use by people with disabilities
accessible bathrooms/doorways/seating/parking
Councilwoman Deborah Gross introduced legislation Tuesday that would prioritize accessible entryways, common areas, restrooms and communications facilities—in that order—when city businesses undergo major physical updates.—
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The inn is accessible by train and bus.
The mall is accessible from the highway.
It is a fascinating and accessible book.
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The Minnesota Twins boast that Target Field is more accessible by public transit than any other ballpark in America.
—Candace Oehler, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
To admit to trying is to admit that great style is accessible—that it can be studied and practiced—rather than something only a select few possess.
—Daisy Maldonado, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
Indeed, the section of the Ukraine's State Service of Geology and Subsoil website detailing the country's potential reserves is not currently accessible.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 26 Feb. 2025
Located on the historic Santa Barbara plantation, the jagged limestone peak is accessible at four different points with routes up to 164 feet high (50 meters), depending on your athletic ability.
—Curaçao Tourist Board, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
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Candace Oehler, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
To admit to trying is to admit that great style is accessible—that it can be studied and practiced—rather than something only a select few possess.
—Daisy Maldonado, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
Indeed, the section of the Ukraine's State Service of Geology and Subsoil website detailing the country's potential reserves is not currently accessible.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 26 Feb. 2025
Located on the historic Santa Barbara plantation, the jagged limestone peak is accessible at four different points with routes up to 164 feet high (50 meters), depending on your athletic ability.
—Curaçao Tourist Board, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Accessible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accessible. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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accessible
adjective
ac·ces·si·ble
ik-ˈses-ə-bəl
ak-
1
: capable of being reached
a resort accessible by train or bus
2
: capable of being used, seen, or known : obtainable
accessible information
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