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accessed

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈækˌsɛst// UK //ˈæksɛst// ac·cessed

v. to find or open a file, a website, or a place so you can use it. You often use this when talking about getting into a computer system or a building.

v. to gain entry to a location or to retrieve data from a computer system. Transitive; requires a direct object representing the destination or information.


SIMPLE

The website can be accessed from any mobile device.

CONTEXTUAL

The IT department confirmed that the database was accessed by an unauthorized user late last night.

COMPLEX

Sensitive medical records may only be accessed by authorized personnel who have undergone rigorous background checks and completed the mandatory privacy training.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

Pitfall

He accessed to the buildingHe accessed the buildingAccess is a transitive verb and does not take the preposition 'to' before its object.

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