To approach
Example: They approach the problem systematically
Definition
"To approach" means to come near or closer to something, either physically or figuratively. It can also mean to begin to deal with or consider a particular task, problem, or situation in a certain way, as in "They approach the problem systematically."
Etymology
The verb "to approach" originates from the Old French word 'aprochier,' which means to come near or draw closer. This, in turn, comes from the Latin phrase 'ad prope,' meaning 'near to.' Did you know that the word's sense of dealing with problems or situations metaphorically comes from the idea of moving closer to them?
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"To approach" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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