Approach
/əˈproʊtʃ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo move closer to something or someone.
/əˈproʊtʃ/
To come near or nearer to someone or something.
He approached the door slowly.
💡 Simply: To get closer.
More Examples
The deadline is approaching quickly.
How It's Used
"The hiker approached the summit cautiously."
"We will approach the problem using a different method."
A way of dealing with something.
/əˈproʊtʃ/
A method of doing something or dealing with a problem.
Their approach to customer service is excellent.
💡 Simply: A method or plan.
More Examples
We need a different approach to this project.
How It's Used
"The company adopted a new approach to marketing."
"Researchers are using a multi-faceted approach to solving the problem."
Idioms & expressions
a new approach
A novel or innovative method.
"They adopted a new approach to teaching."
From Old French aprochier, from Latin appropiare, "to draw near," from ad- + propius, "near."
Historically, the word's usage emphasized physical proximity, gradually expanding to include metaphorical meanings.
Memory tip
Imagine approaching a friend for a hug.
Word Origin
"to draw near"