Term: appeal to
Part of Speech: Verb
Sense 1: Attractive or interesting to someone
Description: When something appeals to someone, it means it has qualities or features that are pleasing, interesting, or captivating to that individual. It can refer both to physical and abstract aspects.
Sample Sentence:
The new painting by the renowned artist appeals to art enthusiasts of all ages.
Sense 2: Make a request to a higher authority or court
Description: Appealing can also denote the act of making a formal request to a higher authority or court, usually after a previous decision or ruling has been unsatisfactory.
Sample Sentence:
The defense attorney plans to appeal to a higher court after the unjust verdict.