appealing

adjective

ap·​peal·​ing ə-ˈpē-liŋ 

1

: having appeal : pleasing

an appealing design

2

: marked by earnest entreaty : imploring

the appealing look of an injured dog

appealingly

ə-ˈpē-liŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of appealing

• attractive
• charming
• charismatic
• fascinating
• seductive
• enchanting

Examples of appealing in a Sentence

a book with an appealing title

the idea of living on Mars is appealing to space enthusiasts

Recent Examples on the Web

Earlier this year, I was impressed by the Oppo Find N6's incredible screen and appealing build. — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026

Senga and Manaea might have been two of their most appealing trade chips, but the Phillies sluggers were able to subtract some of that potential value from their division rival. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Even though there’s no such thing as a picture-perfect home, statement elements and attractive add-ons can make a space suddenly feel much more elevated and appealing, especially as a potential buyer. — The Spruce, 21 July 2026

Why bright colors are important Most school pocket charts have bright colors that are visually appealing to young students and learners. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of appeal entry 2

First Known Use

1749, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing appealing

• find appealing

Rhymes for appealing

• annealing
• concealing
• congealing
• freewheeling
• repealing
• revealing
• unfeeling
• ceiling
• dealing
• feeling
• healing
• heeling