appeal

/əˈpiːl/
noun
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Definition

1

A request or plea to someone in authority to help or change a decision

The charity made an appeal to the public for donations to support the disaster relief efforts.

2

The quality of being attractive or interesting

The new restaurant's unique menu and cozy atmosphere have a lot of appeal to foodies.

Synonyms

requestMore formal and polite, often used in written communication pleaMore urgent or desperate, often used in emotional situations attractionFocuses on the quality that draws people in, rather than the act of requesting

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