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Definition of appealing

appealing

/əˈpiːlɪŋ/
ap · peal · ing
Adverb:appealingly
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• adjective

1

Attractive, interesting, or pleasing in a way that draws favorable attention or desire.

Example

"The flexible working hours and generous benefits made the job offer very appealing to candidates."

2

Expressing a desire for help, sympathy, or approval; imploring.

Example

"The lost puppy gave the passerby an appealing look from behind the garden gate."

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• Rhymes for appealing

• Nearby Words

apparition
appeal
appealable
appealing
appealingly
appear
appearance

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'appeal', which entered Middle English via Old French 'apeler' from Latin 'appellare' ('to address, accost, or call upon'), combined with the participial suffix '-ing'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Appealing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/appealing
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