appealing
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/əˈpiː.lɪŋ/
English
Definitions
verb
- To call upon another to decide a question controverted, to corroborate a statement, to vindicate one's rights, etc.
- To call on (someone) for aid“I appeal to all of you to help the orphans.”
- (informal elsewhere) To apply for the removal of a cause from an inferior to a superior judge or court for the purpose of reexamination or for decision.
- To be attractive.“That idea appeals to me.”
noun
- The act of making an appeal.
adjective
- Having appeal; attractive.
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Synonyms
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