Apelar
Example: Decidieron apelar la sentencia del juez para buscar justicia.
Definition
"Apelar" means to make a formal request to a higher authority for a review or change of a decision, often in a legal context. It involves challenging a judgment or ruling to seek justice or a different outcome.
Etymology
The word "apelar" comes from the Latin verb 'appellare,' which means to address or call upon. Originally, it referred to summoning or calling someone, and over time it evolved to mean formally requesting a higher authority, especially in legal matters.
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"Apelar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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