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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This trend could reflect investor caution as higher yields make safer investments like bonds more appealing relative to equities. Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024 Governments are also encouraging sustainable construction through tax incentives, which makes these investments even more appealing. Johan Hajji, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 To make the drug more appealing, narcos started mixing the powder with sweet pink food coloring. Celia Ford, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024 Zoom in: Cleveland's low cost of living has long been considered one of the city's most appealing factors for residents wanting to move or stay here. Troy Smith, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024 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 21 Nov. 2024.

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