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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Factoring in their utility and portability, monoculars are certainly an appealing option for both skygazing, wildlife watching and more. Matt Morris, Space.com, 16 Jan. 2025 The whole idea behind dehorning is to make a rhino less appealing to poachers. Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 16 Jan. 2025 The hope is that this regulatory tightening will weed out weaker players without stifling the innovation that makes BaaS so appealing. Zareef Hamid, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 Underpinning the associated sponsorship uptick with a clear natural speed — which did spill over into some crashes, as is the case with many rookies — set him apart as an appealing option. Luke Smith, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 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 20 Jan. 2025.

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