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appeal · noun

/əˈpiːl/Full view

appeal (QUALITY)

B2 U the quality in someone or something that makes them attractive or interesting

Dictionary examples:

Eating out has lost much of its appeal.

Spielberg films have universal/popular appeal.

Learner example:

In my opinion, computer games are so popular because the games have developed their graphics and they have more appeal to youngsters. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

appeal (REQUEST)

C2 C a formal or urgent request, especially for money or help in an emergency

Dictionary examples:

They're launching an appeal to raise money for earthquake victims.

The Red Cross issued an appeal for blood donations.

Learner example:

I would suggest that the local authorities with the support of the community and companies start an appeal, to raise money to keep the St. Mary's running. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Portuguese)

appeal · verb I

/əˈpiːl/

appeal (ATTRACT)

B2 to attract or interest someone

Dictionary examples:

Cycling has never really appealed to me.

It's a program designed to appeal mainly to 16 to 25 year-olds.

Learner example:

In addition, books appeal to our imagination. (First Certificate in English; B2; Portuguese)

appeal (REQUEST)

C1 to make a serious or formal request, especially for money or help

Dictionary examples:

They're appealing for clothes and blankets to send to the devastated region.

The police are appealing to the public for any information about the missing girl.

Learner example:

In fact so much [did] he like English that he was one of the first to appeal for a place in the "Erasmus," a scheme allowing students to study in foreign countries of their choice. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Greek)