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inaccessible

1 of 1adjective
/ˌɪnəkˈsɛsəbl/
Forms:more inaccessible,most inaccessible
1

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

  • The mountain peak was inaccessible due to the severe weather conditions.
  • The road was inaccessible after the heavy rainfall caused flooding.
  • The inaccessible areas of the forest were left untouched by hikers.
  • Due to security measures, some websites are inaccessible from certain regions.
  • She found the inaccessible area of the museum to be a fascinating mystery.
Synonyms:
unaccessible
Antonyms:
accessible
2

difficult to use or acquire

  • The rare vintage car was in high demand and had a limited supply, making it inaccessible to most buyers unless they were willing to pay a significant price.
  • The advanced technology required specialized skills and extensive training to operate, making it inaccessible to individuals without the necessary expertise.
  • Obtaining the rare manuscript proved to be an arduous task as it was stored in an inaccessible library archive.
Synonyms:
unprocurableunobtainableuntouchable
3

not designed or adapted to accommodate individuals with disabilities, making it difficult or impossible for them to enter, reach, or use

  • The historic building, with its grand staircase and no elevator, remains inaccessible to those with mobility challenges.
  • Despite legal requirements, many websites remain inaccessible to visually impaired users due to poor design.
  • The lack of ramps and wide doorways in the old library made it largely inaccessible to wheelchair users.
4

(of languages or artistic works) challenging to comprehend or appreciate due to its complexity or obscurity

  • The poet's dense and abstract verses were often considered inaccessible to many readers.
  • The avant-garde artist's paintings were so abstract that some found them inaccessible, while others saw them as masterpieces.
  • Her ideas were so deeply philosophical that they were often deemed inaccessible to the general public.
5

unapproachable and unresponsive to others' attempts to communicate, connect, or influence one

  • Despite his inaccessible demeanor, the CEO was well-respected by his employees.
  • The inaccessible artist refused to give interviews or engage with her fans.
  • The inaccessible politician was seen as untouchable, never granting favors or meeting with constituents.