This is the 14071st most frequent German word.
genähert
"Genähert" means "approximated" or "approached."
The word 'genähert' in this sentence is used in its literal sense, indicating physical approximation towards an object or location, specifically the act of getting closer to the summit.
Der Wanderer hat sich dem Gipfel genähert.
The hiker has approached the summit.
Here, 'genähert' is used metaphorically to describe reaching a mutual understanding or agreement in an abstract context, particularly as aligning opinions.
Im Laufe der Diskussion haben wir uns unseren Meinungen genähert.
During the discussion, we have aligned closer to each other's views.
In this sentence, 'genähert' describes the careful approach or consideration towards engaging with a topic, showing its figurative application in describing interaction.