appealing

1 of 2

adjective

ap·​peal·​ing ə-ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce appealing (audio)
Synonyms of appealing
1
: having appeal : pleasing
an appealing design
2
: marked by earnest entreaty : imploring
the appealing look of an injured dog
appealingly
ə-ˈpē-liŋ-lē How to pronounce appealing (audio)
adverb

appealing

2 of 2

present participle of appeal entry 2

Synonyms of appealing

Relevance

Adjective

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Examples of appealing in a Sentence

Adjective a book with an appealing title the idea of living on Mars is appealing to space enthusiasts
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Adjective
The Cotswolds could be an appealing compromise for the Sussexes, who are reportedly eager to move closer to the king. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 24 Aug. 2026 At this point, Sunday Ticket might be most appealing for fans who live outside the market of their favorite team. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026 This format of work is uniquely appealing to young job seekers in an uncertain labor market. — Noah Yosif, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026 When rates fall, those older bonds with higher rates look more appealing, and prices go up. — Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for appealing

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from present participle of appeal entry 2

First Known Use

Adjective

1749, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of appealing was in 1749

Phrases Containing appealing

Rhymes for appealing

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“Appealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appealing. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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