Synonyms for

Approach

Verb / ʌˈprəʊtʃ / Another word for approach — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to come near or nearer to something or someone

Synonyms & similar words

attack feeler drawnear comeon overture drawclose goup approachpath coming approaching glidepath goabout access setabout approachshot planofattack near borderon glideslope advance comenear advance near converge meet reach surround encompass encircle besiege trap

Synonyms by register

Formal

method procedure technique strategy

Informal

way tack angle style

Literary

advance ingress access

Antonyms

depart withdraw retreat leave shun avoid

Common collocations

  • approach with caution
  • a new approach
  • a direct approach
  • an innovative approach
  • the approach to the building
  • make an approach
  • a gentle approach

Word family

noun approach
verb approach

Usage note

As a verb, 'approach' can mean to come near to something or someone, or to start dealing with a problem or task in a particular way. As a noun, it refers to the method or way of dealing with something.

Example sentences

  1. I approached the door and knocked.
  2. The cat approached me cautiously.
  3. The car approached the intersection slowly.
  4. We need to approach this problem carefully.
  5. The football player was about to approach the endzone.

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