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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That's why this offer from T-Mobile on wireless home 5G service is so appealing. K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026 Fruit contributes to fiber intake in a way that’s both practical and appealing. Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026 There’s never any shortage of appealing places to stay in Las Vegas. Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026 His patience as a runner is the most appealing characteristic, a style that could finally marry the solid blocking metrics with results. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 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 14 Mar. 2026.

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