ACCESSIBLE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Adjective

capable of being reached

Example: a town accessible by rail

Part of speech: Adjective

capable of being read with comprehension

Example: readily accessible to the nonprofessional reader; the tales seem more approachable than his more difficult novels

Part of speech: Adjective

easily obtained

Example: most students now have computers accessible; accessible money

Part of speech: Adjective

easy to get along with or talk to; friendly

Example: an accessible and genial man

The word "accessible" comes from Late Latin accessibilis.

Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.