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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When talent is scarce and jobs are widely available, employees can make a wish list while organizations compete for the best candidate with the most appealing perks. Lieke Ten Brummelhuis, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025 If those two subjects are a bit heavy for your summer tastes — the books weigh in at 880 and 1,200 pages, respectively — then another recent release might be more appealing. Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 26 May 2025 While the white coating might not be incredibly visually appealing, great news: Carrot blush is harmless. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2025 Available in a variety of colors, this snack cup combines functionality with fun, making snack time more appealing than ever. Toby Rose, Parents, 22 May 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 3 Jun. 2025.

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