To appeal
Example: They appeal to broader audience
Definition
"To appeal" means to make a serious or urgent request, often to a higher authority or to the emotions of others, in order to gain support, approval, or a favorable response. For example, they appeal to a broader audience to attract more attention or help.
Etymology
The word "to appeal" originates from the Old French verb 'appeler,' meaning 'to call upon or address,' which itself comes from the Latin 'appellare,' meaning 'to address or speak to.' Did you know that "to appeal" originally carried the sense of calling out for aid or justice, reflecting its enduring association with requests and pleas.
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"To appeal" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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