This is the 7219th most frequent Dutch word.
benaderde
"Benaderde" means "approached" or "approximated" in English, depending on context.
In this sentence, 'benaderde' is used in its past tense form to mean 'approached' or 'contacted'. It indicates taking initiative towards making contact.
De journalist benaderde de politicus voor een interview.
The journalist approached the politician for an interview.
Here, 'benaderde' signifies 'tackling' or 'addressing' an issue, showing a metaphorical or indirect application of the term.
Zij benaderde het probleem op een creatieve manier.
She approached the problem in a creative way.
In this context, 'benaderde' indicates the meaning of 'approximated' or 'estimated', relevant in a scientific or analytical context.