verb
- to approach and speak to someone, especially boldly or aggressively
Examples
- A stranger accosted me on the street asking for directions.
- The reporter accosted the politician outside the courthouse.
- She was accosted by fans seeking autographs.
- The security guard accosted anyone who looked suspicious.
- He accosted his neighbor about the loud music.
- The salesperson accosted customers as they entered the store.