Approaching
/əˈproʊtʃɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo come nearer or closer.
/əˈproʊtʃɪŋ/
Moving closer to something or someone.
The storm is approaching.
💡 Simply: Getting closer.
More Examples
He approached the podium cautiously.
How It's Used
"The deadline is approaching quickly."
"We are approaching the city limits."
To begin to deal with (a task, problem, etc.) in a particular way.
/əˈproʊtʃɪŋ/
To begin to deal with (a task, problem, etc.)
She approached the task with enthusiasm.
💡 Simply: Starting to tackle something.
More Examples
They approached the negotiation cautiously.
How It's Used
"We need to approach this problem strategically."
From Middle English *approchen, from Old French *aprochier, from Latin *appropiare, meaning "to draw near."
The word has maintained a consistent meaning throughout its history, referring to physical proximity and approaching a task or problem.
Memory tip
Imagine someone approaching you – they're getting closer.