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Meaning of the word appeal in English

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appeal

US /əˈpiːl/
UK /əˈpiːl/
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Verb

1.

make a serious or urgent request, typically to the public

Example:
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Police are appealing for witnesses to the accident.
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The charity launched an appeal for donations.
Synonym:
pleadbegimploreentreatpetition
2.

be attractive or interesting

Example:
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The idea of a long vacation appeals to me.
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His charming personality appeals to everyone.
Synonym:
attractcharmenticeluretempt
3.

apply to a higher court for a reversal of the decision of a lower court

Example:
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The defendant decided to appeal the verdict.
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The lawyer will appeal the case to the Supreme Court.
Synonym:
challengecontestdisputequestionprotest

Noun

1.

a serious or urgent request, typically to the public

Example:
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The organization launched an appeal for humanitarian aid.
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His emotional appeal moved the audience to tears.
Synonym:
pleaentreatypetitionsolicitationsupplication
2.

the quality of being attractive or interesting

Example:
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The movie has a wide appeal to all ages.
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Her sense of humor adds to her appeal.
Synonym:
attractivenesscharmallurefascinationcharisma
3.

an application to a higher court for a decision to be reversed

Example:
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The lawyer filed an appeal against the court's decision.
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The court granted his appeal and ordered a new trial.
Synonym:
reversalchallengepetitionapplicationrequest
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Related Word:
appealingsex appealthe court of appeals