appealing

adjective

ap·​peal·​ing ə-ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce appealing (audio)
Synonyms of appealingnext
1
: having appeal : pleasing
an appealing design
2
: marked by earnest entreaty : imploring
the appealing look of an injured dog
appealingly adverb

Examples of appealing in a Sentence

a book with an appealing title the idea of living on Mars is appealing to space enthusiasts
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Known for its warm weather and tax benefits, Florida has become an appealing choice for travelers eyeing a move. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026 At the least, the city needs ordinances that require property owners to landscape the edges of these lots to shield pedestrians and create more appealing environments. Mark Lamster architecture Critic, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026 And if appetite changes drastically, sipping on savory broth can be much more appealing than forcing down a heavy meal. Lauren Manaker, SELF, 14 Jan. 2026 As Piskorski noted, that environment makes mergers and the cost savings associated with them even more appealing. Kim Velsey, Curbed, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for appealing

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of appeal entry 2

First Known Use

1749, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of appealing was in 1749

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“Appealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appealing. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

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