appealing 1 of 2

adjective

ə-ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce appealing (audio)
Definition of appealingnext
as in attractive
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract the idea of living on Mars is appealing to space enthusiasts

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Relevance

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appealing

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verb

present participle of appeal
as in citing

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Recent Examples of appealing
Adjective
The 29-room property sits in a once-independent corner of Nepal, far more sparsely populated (and so, more appealing) than Everest and co. — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026 Where those women belted loudly, Langley offers moderation—an appealing commodity in this cultural moment. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026 What makes the slim, clean silhouette so appealing is its versatility. — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 23 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 See All Example Sentences for appealing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appealing
  1. attractive
  2. citing
  3. charming
  4. incriminating
  5. charismatic
  6. summoning
  7. fascinating
  8. accusing
Adjective
  • When values aren’t as strong, financing becomes an attractive alternative to selling.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 29 July 2026
  • Just as growth can drive returns even if the valuation discount remains, closing the margin-of-safety gap alone can also provide attractive returns.
    — Timothy P. Beyer, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of attractive
Verb
  • The suit alleges his office failed to follow up on warning signs and scrutinize the Esparto companies, citing a 2023 explosion in San Jose and a record-breaking fireworks seizure in southern California shortly before the deadly blast in Esparto.
    — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026
  • The Times had reported that Tehran was not interested in a temporary deal which left the question of control of the Strait of Hormuz unresolved, citing Iranian officials.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Definition of citing
Adjective
  • Designed to be charming and romantic, rooms have a B&B feel with canopy beds, rich drapery, plush chairs, hardwood floors, and walls adorned with chair rail and crown molding.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • At dinners, someone would mention a founder; nods were followed by anecdotes of a charming visionary.
    — Henrik Landgren, Fortune, 29 July 2026
Definition of charming
Verb
  • The vehicle’s registration turned out to be expired, Castronovo said, but the driver was allowed to leave without a citation after the officers searched his vehicle and found nothing incriminating.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026
  • Finding just enough evidence to avoid paying someone’s buyout without incriminating anyone else.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of incriminating
Adjective
  • On the other hand, Jackson lacks Platner's charismatic speaking style, Smith noted.
    — Margie Cullen, USA Today, 29 July 2026
  • Also for season two, Larry Lamb (Gavin & Stacey, EastEnders) also returns as Ron Palmer, Mick’s charismatic, art-forging father.
    — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
Definition of charismatic
Verb
  • Attendees will enter the iconic Lament Configuration puzzle box, summoning the Cenobites and opening a gateway to a dimension full of unspeakable horrors.
    — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 21 July 2026
  • Led by Kane and Jude Bellingham, a prince of the midfield, England had played with courage and vim at the World Cup, summoning goals and desperate tackles.
    — Sam Knight, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Definition of summoning
Adjective
  • Among the many fascinating facets of the Penguins overcoming 9 percent odds to make the playoffs last season was first-year coach Dan Muse’s team doing so without the benefit of a high-quality NHL goaltender.
    — Josh Yohe, New York Times, 27 July 2026
  • But the show stays fascinating less for the plot than for the performers.
    — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 27 July 2026
Definition of fascinating
Verb
  • That starts early, with Lily accusing Sam of turning her and Zac into an all-Asian team to compete against the whites.
    — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 28 July 2026
  • The post mocked a Dooley operative whose wife attempted suicide after accusing former NBC host Matt Lauer of rape.
    — Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of accusing

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