accessible
adjective
ac·ces·si·ble
| \ ik-ˈse-sə-bəl
, ak-, ek-\
, ak-, ek-\
Definition of accessible
1a
: 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.— Adam Smeltz
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Other Words from accessible
accessibility
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accessibleness
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accessibly
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Examples of accessible in a Sentence
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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Adams pointed to risks associated with brain development and marijuana use as more products with higher levels of THC, the compound found in marijuana, are becoming more accessible nationwide. — Emily Tillett, CBS News, "Government warns against marijuana use for young people and pregnant women," 29 Aug. 2019 County supervisors voted in April to implement the Voter’s Choice Act, a state bill adopted by nine other counties aimed at making voting easier and more accessible. — Thy Vo, The Mercury News, "Public hearings set on coming changes to Santa Clara County’s election system," 28 Aug. 2019 The raised, outdoor space is now better integrated with its urban surroundings and more accessible to passersby, a physical manifestation of the Music Center’s commitment to access and inclusion, noted Music Center President Rachel S. Moore. — Los Angeles Times, "The Music Center unveils renovated plaza — and a $12-million gift for access to the arts," 28 Aug. 2019 This made pressure cooking more accessible to the average person. — Amina Lake Abdelrahman, Good Housekeeping, "How to Choose Between an Instant Pot and a Crock-Pot," 27 Aug. 2019 The creative producer and yoga instructor founded Naaya in 2017 to root people of color in their wellness, making yoga and meditation more accessible through pop-up workshops and discounted teacher trainings. — Ryan Walker-hartshorn, Bon Appétit, "Sinikiwe Dhliwayo Wants Everyone to Chill Out in Triangle Pose," 27 Aug. 2019 Creating something for a device millions of people have in their pocket makes Within's work a lot more accessible. — Angela Watercutter, WIRED, "This 8-Minute Galactic Primer Is the Future of AR Education," 26 Aug. 2019 Nearly everything the state is doing to combat the opioid addiction crisis — from education and prevention to making treatments more accessible — is aimed at saving lives. — Christopher Magan, Twin Cities, "Five ways Minnesota is fighting the opioid addiction epidemic," 25 Aug. 2019 Global warming is making Greenland more accessible to potential oil and mineral resources. — NBC News, "Trump speaks with 'nasty' Danish PM amid Greenland dispute," 23 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'accessible.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for accessible
accessible
adjective
ac·ces·si·ble
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Kids Definition of accessible
1
: able to be reached
The resort is accessible by train.
2
: able to be used or obtained
The book is accessible in your school library.
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