Meaning & Definition of word "Appeal"

Appeal

/əˈpiːl/

1. The power or ability to attract, interest, or evoke a response.
- Example: The appeal of the new smartphone lies in its sleek design and advanced features.
2. A serious or urgent request, typically to the public.
- Example: The charity made an appeal for donations to help those affected by the disaster.
3. The process of applying to a higher court for a reversal of a decision.
- Example: She filed an appeal after the lower court's ruling went against her.

1. To make a serious or urgent request.
- Example: The manager appealed to the staff to work harder during the busy season.
2. To attract or interest someone.
- Example: The film's unique storyline is likely to appeal to a wide audience.
3. To apply to a higher court for a reversal of a decision.
- Example: He decided to appeal the verdict after consulting with his lawyer.

●Middle English: from Old French apel, from medieval Latin appellare 'to call upon'.

make an appeal:

to formally request a change or reconsideration of a decision.

appeal to one's better nature:

to persuade someone to behave ethically or kindly.

appeal for help:

to make a request for assistance.

case for appeal:

the reasons presented to a court for reversing a decision.

appellate:

relating to the legal process of appealing a decision.

appealing:

attractive or interesting.

appealant:

a person who makes an appeal.

Meaning: To attract or interest someone.

● Example Sentence: That new phone really appeals to me.

Meaning: To make a heartfelt request.

● Example Sentence: He made an appeal to the crowd for unity.