Unapproachable

Pronunciation: /ʌn.əˈproʊ.tʃə.bəl/

Definitions of unapproachable

adjective describing someone or something that is difficult or impossible to approach or reach

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher seemed unapproachable, but was actually very friendly.

A2 The security guard was unapproachable and wouldn't let anyone through without proper identification.

B1 The CEO's office was unapproachable to most employees, but some were brave enough to knock on the door.

B2 The famous author was known to be unapproachable by fans, preferring to keep to themselves.

C1 The politician's unapproachable demeanor made it difficult for constituents to voice their concerns.

C2 The professor's unapproachable reputation preceded them, intimidating students before they even entered the classroom.

Examples of unapproachable in a Sentence

formal The CEO of the company seemed unapproachable due to her reserved demeanor.

informal I find the new teacher unapproachable because she never smiles.

slang That bouncer at the club is so unapproachable, he never lets anyone in.

figurative Her icy glare made her seem unapproachable, like a fortress surrounded by walls.

Grammatical Forms of unapproachable

• past tense: unapproached
• plural: unapproachables
• comparative: more unapproachable
• superlative: most unapproachable
• present tense: unapproachable
• future tense: will be unapproachable
• perfect tense: has been unapproachable
• continuous tense: is being unapproachable
• singular: unapproachable
• positive degree: unapproachable
• infinitive: to be unapproachable
• gerund: being unapproachable
• participle: unapproachable

Origin and Evolution of unapproachable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'unapproachable' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'approachable' which comes from the Old French word 'aprochier' meaning 'to come near'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something that cannot be reached or accessed, the word 'unapproachable' has evolved to also describe a person who is distant, aloof, or difficult to connect with.