appeal
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ppeal
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British pronunciation
/ɐpˈiːl/

Definition & Meaning of "appeal"in English

to appeal
01

to ask for something, such as money, help, etc. in a serious manner

Transitive: to appeal for sth
Ditransitive: to appeal to sb for sth | to appeal to sb to do sth
to appeal definition and meaning
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They appealed to the government for funding.
The student appealed to the professor for an extension on the deadline due to unforeseen personal circumstances.
02

to officially ask a higher court to review and reverse the decision made by a lower court

Transitive: to appeal an order or verdict
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The defense attorney filed a motion to appeal the sentencing imposed by the trial court.
The prosecution appealed the judge's decision to suppress key evidence in the case.
03

to attract or gain interest, approval, or admiration

Transitive: to appeal to sb
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His speech appealed to voters' desire for change and better opportunities.
The art exhibition appealed to art enthusiasts with its diverse range of styles and themes.
04

to attempt to persuade someone to do something by saying to them that it is reasonable or fair

Transitive: to appeal to sth
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The politician appealed to voters' sense of patriotism during the campaign speech.
The charity organization appealed to donors' generosity by highlighting the plight of starving children.
05

to make a formal request to change a decision that has been made by an authority such as a judge

Intransitive
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The defendant decided to appeal after the trial court's ruling was unfavorable.
The plaintiff plans to appeal following the district court's dismissal of the case.
Appeal
01

a serious or urgent request for action

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The charity made an appeal for volunteers after the flood.
He ignored her appeal to stay and listen.
02

a legal procedure in which a higher court is asked to review and overturn a lower court's decision

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The defendant filed an appeal against the verdict.
The court denied his appeal due to lack of evidence.
03

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

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The movie 's appeal lies in its powerful storyline.
Her charm and kindness add to her appeal.
04

an attempt to persuade by pointing to fairness, values, or principles

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The lawyer made an appeal to the jury's sense of justice.
The speech included an appeal to shared cultural traditions.
05

a request for money, especially for charity or a cause

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The hospital launched an appeal to buy new equipment.
The fundraising appeal exceeded its target in a week.
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