approachable

adjective

ap·​proach·​able ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl 

: capable of being approached : accessible

specifically : easy to meet or deal with

friendly and approachable people

approachability

ə-ˌprō-chə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of approachable in a Sentence

The supervisor is quite approachable, so don't hesitate to bring up any problems you have.

The topic is complex but the book itself is very approachable.

The cabin is approachable from several directions.

Recent Examples on the Web

Carbon Steak executive chef and general manager Matt Molli will remain at the helm of The Conroy’s kitchen, transitioning some of the steakhouse’s fan-favorite dishes into more shareable offerings while adding a few new items for approachable dining. —Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 10 July 2025

Founded in 2015 by industry professionals Chris Kirk and Will Curtin, Banded Oak brewed an extremely wide variety of beers, from easily approachable ones to heavier styles. —Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 7 July 2025

That could be considered Leadership Lesson One: be approachable and human, but that’s too soft. —Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025

The menu is approachable with an extravagant punch—diners can request a caviar bump with the chef. —Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for approachable

• irreproachable
• unapproachable

Kids Definition

approachable

adjective

ap·​proach·​able ə-ˈprō-chə-bəl 

: easy to meet or deal with

a friendly and approachable teacher

approachability

-ˌprō-chə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun