Approché (en. Approach)
/a.pʁo.ʃe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been related or has experienced a convergence.
The two theories were finally approached after several years of debate.
Les deux théories ont été finalement approchées après plusieurs années de débat.
Who is about to happen, almost imminent.
The opening of the new exhibition is approached for the end of the month.
L'ouverture de la nouvelle exposition est approchée pour la fin du mois.
Who is approaching a certain norm or standard.
This sample is approached like the one that was validated by the expert.
Cet échantillon est approché de celui qui a été validé par l'expert.
Etymology
From the verb 'approcher', coming from the Latin 'appropiāre'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
approached from a point of view
Examined from a certain angle.
approché d'un point de vue
approached in a different way
Adopted an alternative perspective.
approché d'une manière différente
get as close as possible
Striving toward a limit or goal.
s'approcher au maximum
Related Words
approach
Action of getting closer.
approche
rapprochement
Action of making come closer.
rapprochement
proximity
State of being near something.
proximité
Slang Meanings
Said when something is almost done.
We are almost at the end of the project, it's really approached.
On est presque à la fin du projet, c'est vraiment approché.
Used in a context where something close is commented on.
Your idea is well approached, it just needs a few adjustments.
Ton idée est bien approchée, il faut juste quelques ajustements.