approach (Meaning)

Wordnet

approach (n)

ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

a way of entering or leaving

the final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing

the event of one object coming closer to another

a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others

the temporal property of becoming nearer in time

a close approximation

a relatively short golf shot intended to put the ball onto the putting green

Wordnet

approach (v)

move towards

come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character

begin to deal with

come near in time

make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion

Webster

approach (v. i.)

To come or go near, in place or time; to draw nigh; to advance nearer.

To draw near, in a figurative sense; to make advances; to approximate; as, he approaches to the character of the ablest statesman.

The act of drawing near; a coming or advancing near.

A access, or opportunity of drawing near.

Movements to gain favor; advances.

A way, passage, or avenue by which a place or buildings can be approached; an access.

The advanced works, trenches, or covered roads made by besiegers in their advances toward a fortress or military post.

See Approaching.

Webster

approach (v. t.)

To bring near; to cause to draw near; to advance.

To come near to in place, time, or character; to draw nearer to; as, to approach the city; to approach my cabin; he approached the age of manhood.

To take approaches to.

Webster

approach (n.)

A stroke whose object is to land the ball on the putting green. It is made with an iron club.

approach Sentence Examples

  1. As the deadline loomed closer, she felt a sense of urgency and had to rethink her approach to completing the project on time.
  2. The approaching storm prompted residents to take precautions and secure their homes.
  3. His cautious approach to investing meant he carefully analyzed each opportunity before committing any funds.
  4. We observed the subtle changes in behavior as the predator silently approached its prey.
  5. The approaching holiday season signaled a busy time for retailers as shoppers prepared for festivities.
  6. With a positive attitude and a proactive approach, she tackled each challenge with determination.
  7. The school's approach to education focused on individualized learning and holistic development.
  8. The approaching train warned passengers to step away from the edge of the platform.
  9. She felt a sense of anticipation as she watched her dream job approach within reach.
  10. The new manager's approach to leadership emphasized transparency and open communication with the team.

FAQs About the word approach

ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation, the act of drawing spatially closer to something, a way of entering or leaving, the final path fo

route, way, path, passage, avenue, highway,road, artery, walk, walkway

back (up or away), retire, back (up or away), remove, recede, go,retreat, withdraw, withdraw, recede

As the deadline loomed closer, she felt a sense of urgency and had to rethink her approach to completing the project on time.

The approaching storm prompted residents to take precautions and secure their homes.

His cautious approach to investing meant he carefully analyzed each opportunity before committing any funds.

We observed the subtle changes in behavior as the predator silently approached its prey.