appealing (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /əˈpiːlɪŋ/
Definition
Having the power to attract or interest someone; attractive or interesting.
Examples
The idea of a long vacation was very appealing to her after a stressful year.
He found the quiet, remote cabin appealing for a weekend getaway.
The company's new marketing campaign was designed to be appealing to a younger audience.
How to Use appealing
- appeal to (prepositional phrase)
- To be attractive or interesting to someone. — "The film's complex plot might not appeal to everyone."
- appeal for (prepositional phrase)
- To make a serious or urgent request for help or support. — "The charity is appealing for donations to help the victims of the flood."
- appeal against (prepositional phrase)
- To make a formal request to a higher court or authority to change a decision. — "He decided to appeal against the sentence given by the judge."
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