Word
appealing
Meanings
attractive or interesting; making you want to have, do, or experience something
pleasant or likeable in appearance or personality
Definition
Attractive or interesting in a way that makes people like or want something.
If something is appealing, it makes a good impression and draws people’s interest or desire. It can describe a person, an idea, a plan, a product, or an offer. The word often suggests a positive, persuasive quality that feels pleasant, useful, or suitable.
Examples
- I found the proposal appealing because it balances creativity with clear deadlines.
- You might find the museum’s new audio tour appealing if you enjoy detailed storytelling.
- He chose the more appealing option after comparing the long-term impact on his team.
- She has an appealing way of explaining complex ideas without oversimplifying them.
- They redesigned the website to make the navigation more appealing to first-time visitors.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse appealing (attractive) with appalling (shocking or terrible) because the words look similar.
More at C1 level
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More adjectives
- agnostic An agnostic is someone who does not claim to know whether God exists.
- pragmatic Pragmatic means focused on practical results rather than ideals or theories.
- ubiquitous Present, appearing, or found everywhere at the same time.
- cynical Cynical describes believing that people are mainly motivated by self-interest and not sincere.
- apathetic Apathetic means showing little or no interest, concern, or enthusiasm.