appeal (Meaning)
appeal (n)
earnest or urgent request
attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
(law) a legal proceeding in which the appellant resorts to a higher court for the purpose of obtaining a review of a lower court decision and a reversal of the lower court's judgment or the granting of a new trial
request for a sum of money
appeal (v)
take a court case to a higher court for review
request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection
be attractive to
challenge (a decision)
cite as an authority; resort to
appeal (v. t.)
To make application for the removal of (a cause) from an inferior to a superior judge or court for a rehearing or review on account of alleged injustice or illegality in the trial below. We say, the cause was appealed from an inferior court.
To charge with a crime; to accuse; to institute a private criminal prosecution against for some heinous crime; as, to appeal a person of felony.
To summon; to challenge.
To invoke.
To apply for the removal of a cause from an inferior to a superior judge or court for the purpose of reexamination of for decision.
To call upon another to decide a question controverted, to corroborate a statement, to vindicate one's rights, etc.; as, I appeal to all mankind for the truth of what is alleged. Hence: To call on one for aid; to make earnest request.
An application for the removal of a cause or suit from an inferior to a superior judge or court for reexamination or review.
The mode of proceeding by which such removal is effected.
The right of appeal.
An accusation; a process which formerly might be instituted by one private person against another for some heinous crime demanding punishment for the particular injury suffered, rather than for the offense against the public.
An accusation of a felon at common law by one of his accomplices, which accomplice was then called an approver. See Approvement.
A summons to answer to a charge.
A call upon a person or an authority for proof or decision, in one's favor; reference to another as witness; a call for help or a favor; entreaty.
Resort to physical means; recourse.
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appeal Sentence Examples
- The lawyer crafted a compelling appeal to present in court, seeking to overturn the unjust verdict.
- The charity's heartfelt appeal for donations resonated with the community, resulting in an outpouring of support.
- The artist's unique style had a universal appeal, attracting art enthusiasts from various backgrounds.
- The leader's charismatic speech had a broad appeal, inspiring people from diverse walks of life.
- The advertising campaign aimed to create an emotional appeal, connecting consumers to the brand on a personal level.
- The novel's universal themes of love and resilience contributed to its wide appeal among readers of all ages.
- The humanitarian organization launched a global appeal for assistance in providing aid to disaster-stricken regions.
- The athlete's incredible journey from adversity to triumph added an inspirational appeal to his autobiography.
- The historic landmark held a timeless appeal, drawing tourists from around the world to marvel at its architectural grandeur.
- The new product design focused on simplicity and functionality, with the aim of maximizing its appeal to a broad consumer base.
FAQs About the word appeal
earnest or urgent request, attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates, (law) a legal proceeding in which the appellant resorts to a higher court for
desire, prayer, petition,plea, entreaty, application, suit, cry, supplication, solicitation
repulsion, repulsiveness, repulsiveness, repulsion, disagreeableness,unpleasantness, unpleasantness, offensiveness, offensiveness, disagreeableness
The lawyer crafted a compelling appeal to present in court, seeking to overturn the unjust verdict.
The charity's heartfelt appeal for donations resonated with the community, resulting in an outpouring of support.
The artist's unique style had a universal appeal, attracting art enthusiasts from various backgrounds.
The leader's charismatic speech had a broad appeal, inspiring people from diverse walks of life.
