Approachless

/əˈproʊtʃləs/ adjective

Definition

Something that cannot be approached or is unreachable; impossible to get near to.

Etymology

From 'approach' (from Old French 'aprochier') + the suffix '-less' meaning 'without.' This creates a word meaning 'without the ability to be approached.'

Kelly Says

This rare word was more common in older English literature to describe lofty, unreachable places or unapproachable people—like calling a mountain 'approachless' because it's too dangerous to climb.

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