accessible

adjective

ik-ˈse-sə-bəl How to pronounce accessible (audio)
Definition of accessiblenext
1
as in popular
being within the financial means of most people a store offering stylish clothes at accessible prices

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2
as in available
possible to get the phone line is not accessible without your personal identification number

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3
as in convenient
situated within easy reach with the elevator broken, the second floor is not accessible to people in wheelchairs

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4
as in understandable
capable of being understood one of the more accessible works of a poet who can often be difficult and obscure

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Recent Examples of accessible State lawmakers from both parties have an obligation to ensure that vote by mail, the in-person early vote period and Election Day are accessible to all eligible voters. — Jonathan Webber, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026 Your passport is no doubt the most important travel document on your packing list, so the best-selling Hero RFID-blocking Neck Wallet will be an asset for keeping it safe and accessible throughout your trip. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 If lithium-ion batteries helped launch the EV revolution, sodium-ion batteries could play a key role in making that revolution more affordable, more sustainable, and accessible to far more people around the world. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026 As long as the current system is in place, the Dodgers will not apologize for their interest to acquire the best players available through whatever means are accessible to them. — ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for accessible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessible
  1. popular
  2. available
  3. convenient
  4. understandable
  5. affordable
  6. obtainable
Adjective
  • In past weeks, authorities shut down cafes in central Tehran that were popular with residents during the ceasefire.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The main event between top babyfaces Rhodes and Punk, while a compelling narrative, highlighted a repetitive formula of popular heroes clashing for world titles.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of popular
Adjective
  • Accessible rooms are available in several different room types, and laid out on in detail the hotel website.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The faux suede boots, which are available in standard and wide calf widths, feature a pointed toe, block heels, and a slouchy design.
    — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of available
Adjective
  • With this influx, there’s been a spate of new hotel openings, but most of them are located in the city center, which, though convenient, can get crowded in the summertime.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • With five stations within walking distance of Mercedes-Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena and the surrounding area, visiting World Cup fans told Turnbull the service was cheap, convenient and better than other cities.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of convenient
Adjective
  • Their concern is understandable, and experience still matters enormously.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The instinct is understandable, since software is increasingly where the recurring revenue sits.
    — Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • Fans of upscale Mediterranean fare and anyone who wants to check out a José Andrés restaurant for affordable prices.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • VisionSpring launched the initiative in 2018 as an expansion of its work providing affordable eyewear to people living in poverty.
    — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of affordable
Adjective
  • The goal for this inaugural season is to keep expenses (including travel) down, interest up, and profits obtainable.
    — Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Marklund found that people with the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids—obtainable from fatty fish—in their blood had the lowest risk of dying prematurely from all causes.
    — Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026
Definition of obtainable

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“Accessible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessible. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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