Accessible
Example: Accessible systems improve user inclusion
Definition
"Accessible" describes systems, places, or resources that are easy to approach, enter, or use, especially by people with disabilities. Accessible systems improve user inclusion by removing barriers and ensuring that everyone can participate or benefit without difficulty.
Etymology
The word "accessible" comes from the Latin 'accessibilis,' meaning 'easy to approach.' It combines 'ad-' (to) and 'cessus' (a going or approach). Did you know? The term started being used in English around the 15th century, initially relating to physical access before expanding to abstract uses like information or services.
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"Accessible" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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