appealingap‧peal‧ing /əˈpiːlɪŋ/ adjective 
The city offers an appealing combination of sporting and cultural events. It creates an atmosphere which visitors find so appealing.2appealing look/expression/voice etc a look etc that shows that someone wants help or sympathy: ‘Are you sure it’s okay?’ she said with an appealing smile.—appealingly adverb: She looked appealingly at Ben.
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- According to Life magazine, cars with soft smooth shapes are supposed to be appealing to females.
- Although a warmer climate may sound appealing, the effects of the heat can be difficult to cope with.
- Both cities have a wealth of attractions that make them appealing.
- Davies' books are an appealing blend of wit and wisdom.
- Having someone to do all my cleaning for me was an appealing prospect.
- He decided to follow the example of his one-time political mentor, Nixon, and make himself a more appealing candidate.
- It's extremely difficult to create a really appealing advertisement.
- The idea of a whole week at a health farm isn't very appealing.
- A green salad can be enhanced by primrose and violet heads, and they make appealing decorations for a cake.
- A pair of racing shoes could lift your performance or leave you with an appealing but unnecessary extravagance.
- For many hauliers the idea of obtaining additional capital by way of a franchise payment is very appealing.
- If that was your misguided attempt to make an appealing, heart-rending entrance into my life, you've failed.
- This is not, in all respects, an appealing road.
Longman Language Activatormaking you like someone or something, or to want to do something
· The houses were situated in an attractive spot, near the river.· an attractive personality· The staff includes many top scientists who left attractive jobs elsewhere to join the hard-driving CEO.· Lower rates have made other currencies, such as the dollar, more attractive.attractive to · Improvements to public infrastructure is one way of making depressed areas more attractive to private industry.
someone or something that is appealing has qualities that make people like them : · Having someone to do all my cleaning for me was an appealing prospect.· He decided to follow the example of his one-time political mentor, Nixon, and make himself a more appealing candidate. · Although a warmer climate may sound appealing, the effects of the heat can be difficult to cope with.
something that is tempting is something that you want to do or have very much, but which you have doubts about doing or having: · I've recently received a very tempting job offer from IBM.· Inside you'll find tempting recipes from around the world, all beautifully illustrated.· It was very tempting - only £50 for a ticket to the fight - but I decided to save the money.
so good or attractive that you feel you must have it or do it: · The table was covered with irresistible chocolate desserts of all descriptions.irresistible to: · High interest rates have made these saving plans irresistible to small investors.· To my parents, the pull of this beautiful country town must have seemed irresistible.
something that is enticing attracts you very strongly, especially because it is interesting and you want to find out more about it: · enticing smells coming from the kitchenenticing to: · The advertisers have been accused of trying to make the alcoholic drinks enticing to teenagers.
something you like or enjoy especially spoken · That's a nice jacket. Is it new?· Have a nice day.nice to do something · It's so nice to see you again.look/taste/smell nice · You look really nice in that dress.nice big/quite/long etc something · I got a nice long letter from Andreas this morning.· Why don't you go and have a nice hot bath?nice and easy/quiet/smooth etc · Feel this material. It's so nice and soft.
especially British, informal very nice: · We had a lovely time at the beach.· Thank you for the lovely birthday present.it is lovely to do something: · It would be lovely to see you again.look/taste/smell lovely: · Anna's perfume smells lovely.lovely big/long etc something: · They've got a lovely big house in the country.
a pleasant place, occasion, or activity is one that you like, especially because it is peaceful, attractive, or relaxing: · We spent a pleasant evening chatting in the bar.· Relax in the peaceful and pleasant surroundings of our hotel.· My office was large and pleasant with a good view of the city.
extremely nice, enjoyable, and pleasant: · Their new house is delightful, very spacious and light.· A simple salad and fresh bread can make a delightful meal.· There's a delightful moment towards the end of the film, when they see each other briefly again.
something that is appealing has unusual and interesting qualities that make people like or enjoy it: · It's extremely difficult to create a really appealing advertisement.· The idea of a whole week at a health farm isn't very appealing.· Both cities have a wealth of attractions that make them appealing.appealing to: · According to Life magazine, cars with soft smooth shapes are supposed to be appealing to females.
also neat especially American spoken say this when you see something or something happens that you think is very good, enjoyable etc: · "Hey, this place is neat!" said Chris, looking out at the stunning view from the balcony.· You got the job? That's great!
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY It creates an atmosphere which visitors find so appealing.COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB
1attractive or interesting OPP unappealing: It creates an atmosphere which visitors find so appealing.· Evocative packaging makes the pens even more appealing!· The prospect of genetic intervention is much more appealing as it gets to the core of the problem.· Those lovely pups looked more appealing than any pedigree breed I've seen.· To the west of the river a chain of trackways and paths provide a more appealing route.· Nomatterwhat sort of accommodation is available for school meals it should be possible to make it more appealing.
· Perhaps, the most appealing factor of a duvet is its apparent lightness which also retains a great deal of warmth.· The most appealing strategy is integration or collaboration, by which groups in conflict modify their views and seek a third alternative.· They take their name from a street in Dublin's Liberties district, yet their most appealing trait is their un-Irishness.
· For many hauliers the idea of obtaining additional capital by way of a franchise payment is very appealing.· Men find her trim figure and neat little face with its impossibly turned-up nose, very appealing.· Add to all of the above a very well prepared index, and you have a very appealing book indeed.
The city offers an appealing combination of sporting and cultural events. It creates an atmosphere which visitors find so appealing.2appealing look/expression/voice etc a look etc that shows that someone wants help or sympathy: ‘Are you sure it’s okay?’ she said with an appealing smile.—appealingly adverb: She looked appealingly at Ben.