appealing
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- appealingly adverb
- appealingness noun
- nonappealing adjective
- nonappealingly adverb
- nonappealingness noun
- quasi-appealing adjective
- quasi-appealingly adverb
- unappealing adjective
- unappealingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of appealing
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; appeal + -ing 2
Example Sentences
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That mix of AI exposure and defensiveness might be appealing to a number of investors.
From Barron's
She’s in the process of appealing her conviction, court records show.
From Los Angeles Times
One size or style isn’t appealing to everyone.
In court papers appealing the ruling, the office of state Atty.
From Los Angeles Times
Ms Brown called for the government to make nutritious options "more affordable, accessible and appealing".
From BBC
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