Definition

In a way that attracts interest or admiration.

Example

The dessert was presented appealingly, making it hard to resist.

Conversation

I saw that new cafe downtown; the desserts looked really appealingly arranged.

Oh, I’ve heard good things about it!

We should definitely go there this weekend and try some of those treats.

Absolutely! I can't wait to see how appealingly they taste!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Appealingly is formed from "appeal" (from Old French *apeler*, meaning to call or summon) and "-ingly" (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating manner). The word describes the manner in which something is attractive or draws interest.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'calls' or 'summons' your interest ('appeal') and how it does so in a certain way ('-ingly'). This helps you remember that 'appealingly' means in a manner that attracts or draws interest.

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