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UK//əˈpiːlz//US//əˈpiːlz//

Meaning of Appeals

Requests to a higher authority to change a decision or judgment.

In simple words: Requests for a decision to be changed.

Appeals in a sentence

  • The lawyer filed several **appeals** to challenge the court's decision.
  • Her **appeals** for leniency were met with silence from the board.
  • The university's **appeals** process allowed students to contest their grades.
  • He made public **appeals** for financial assistance due to the crisis.
  • The charity received many **appeals** from the community during the fundraiser.

How to use Appeals

Typically used in legal contexts or when discussing decisions. Can be formal in court settings but neutral in everyday discussions about requests.

Grammar pattern

make + appeals

Memory hint

Think of 'appeal' as asking someone to 'feel' again about a decision.

Related words

Collocations with Appeals

  • make appeals
  • file appeals
  • process appeals
  • appeals court
  • public appeals

Synonyms for Appeals

  • requests
  • entreaties
  • pleas
  • challenges
  • protests

Common mistakes with Appeals

  • Confused with 'appalls', which means to shock or dismay.
  • Used in singular form as if it is not a countable noun.
  • Mistakenly using 'appeals' in a context that does not involve a request for change.

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Frequently asked questions about Appeals

What does Appeals mean?

Requests for a decision to be changed.

What is the definition of Appeals?

Requests to a higher authority to change a decision or judgment.

How do you use Appeals in a sentence?

The lawyer filed several **appeals** to challenge the court's decision.

Can you give another example of Appeals?

Her **appeals** for leniency were met with silence from the board.

What are synonyms for Appeals?

Common alternatives include requests, entreaties, pleas, challenges, protests.

What words go with Appeals?

It commonly pairs with make appeals, file appeals, process appeals, appeals court, public appeals.

What are common mistakes when using Appeals?

Confused with 'appalls', which means to shock or dismay. Used in singular form as if it is not a countable noun. Mistakenly using 'appeals' in a context that does not involve a request for change.

How do you pronounce Appeals?

US: //əˈpiːlz//, UK: //əˈpiːlz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Appeals?

Typically used in legal contexts or when discussing decisions. Can be formal in court settings but neutral in everyday discussions about requests.