appealing

adjective

ap·​peal·​ing ə-ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce appealing (audio)
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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If people take the time to complete surveys or participate in focus groups, that is a positive signal that the brand is healthy and appealing. Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025 Now is also the natural point to move away from Aston Villa assets, with their appealing run of opening games coming to an abrupt end. Holly Shand, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025 Boasting a 5-seater, mid-size luxury SUV, the Q5 is appealing, comfortable and sporty. Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 16 Oct. 2025 Aside from a new battery, there are plenty of Bolt updates that make the small electric hatchback more appealing this time around. Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 15 Oct. 2025 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 19 Oct. 2025.

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