Approaching

/əˈproʊtʃɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to come near or nearer to someone or something in distance or time.

The train is approaching the station.

to speak to someone for the purpose of making a request or proposal.

She is approaching her boss about the possibility of a promotion.

adjective

coming nearer in time or distance.

The approaching storm caused everyone to take shelter.

being close to a particular condition or state.

He is nearing an approaching deadline for his project.

From the verb 'approach', combining 'ad-' toward and 'proach' come near.

approaching storm

A storm that is coming nearer.

approaching deadline

A deadline that is coming soon.

approaching danger

A threat that is becoming closer.

approach

The act of coming near or nearer to something.

approachable

Easy to talk to or deal with.

approachingly

In a way that involves coming closer.

Getting close to someone romantically.

He’s been approaching her since the party last week.

Nearing a situation or confrontation.

Things are approaching, we need to be ready.