access

noun
UK: /ˈækses/
US: /ˈækses/

  1. The method or possibility of getting near to a place or person.

    1. We need access to the documents soon. [ ] [ ]
    2. The only access to the village is by boat, so plan accordingly for your trip. [ ] [ ]

  2. The right or opportunity to use or look at something.

    1. I need access to the internet now. [ ] [ ]
    2. Students have access to many online resources to support their learning process. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

opportunity entry right obtain approach retrieve way path reach permit entrance freedom
access verb

  1. To get near to a place or person.

    1. I can't access the files now. [ ] [ ]
    2. You can access the building using your employee badge at any time of day. [ ] [ ]

  2. To be able to use or obtain something.

    1. How can I access the data? [ ] [ ]
    2. With a valid library card, you can easily access a wide range of books and materials. [ ] [ ]
access adjective

  1. Allowing access; easy to approach or enter.

    1. The site is access friendly. [ ] [ ]
    2. The accessible entrance ensures that everyone can access the facility without difficulty. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "access" in English means: The method or possibility of getting near to a place or person., The right or opportunity to use or look at something..

The phonetic transcription of "access" is /ˈækses/ in British English and /ˈækses/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "access": opportunity, entry, right, obtain, approach, retrieve, way, path, reach, permit, entrance, freedom.

Example usage of "access": "We need access to the documents soon.". More examples on the page.