appealingly
In winsome manner
Appealingly describes doing something in a way that attracts interest, affection, or approval.
A child might smile appealingly when asking for a treat, or a puppy might tilt its head appealingly to get attention.
The word suggests an attractive or endearing quality in manner or appearance: She grinned appealingly and asked if I'd help.
Arousing fondness or affection
- adorableExtremely endearing
- delightfulHighly pleasing, wonderful
- sweetTasting of sugar
- lovableInspiring warm feelings
cute · winsome · heartwarming · whimsical · darling · precious · quaint · dainty
Producing fulfillment or pleasure
- delightfulHighly pleasing, wonderful
- enjoyableProviding pleasure or fun
- pleasantGiving enjoyment or comfort
- agreeablePleasantly cooperative
gratifying · soothing · comforting · refreshing · harmonious · cheerful · uplifting · reassuring
Deeply holding one's attention
- enchantingDelightfully attractive, spellbinding
- alluringPowerfully appealing
- magneticAttracting iron or attention
- engagingPleasantly attractive, compelling attention
bewitching · mesmerizing · glamorous · elegant · stylish · graceful · sophisticated · refined
Arousing desire or interest
- enticingPowerfully attractive
- irresistibleImpossible to withstand
- seductivePowerfully attractive, tempting
- provocativeMeant to provoke response
beguiling · luring · sultry · tantalizing · sensual · arousing · flirtatious · coy
Receiving others warmly
- warmModerately heated, or friendly
- hospitableFriendly toward guests
- friendlyShowing kindness, warmth
- approachableEasy to engage with
accessible · open · cozy · comfortable · homey · beckoning · genial · cordial
endearing
Arousing fondness or affection
- adorableExtremely endearing
- delightfulHighly pleasing, wonderful
- sweetTasting of sugar
lovable · cute · winsome · heartwarming · whimsical · darling · precious · quaint · dainty · gentle
satisfying
Producing fulfillment or pleasure
- delightfulHighly pleasing, wonderful
- enjoyableProviding pleasure or fun
- pleasantGiving enjoyment or comfort
agreeable · gratifying · soothing · comforting · refreshing · harmonious · cheerful · uplifting · reassuring · tasteful
captivating
Deeply holding one's attention
- enchantingDelightfully attractive, spellbinding
- alluringPowerfully appealing
- magneticAttracting iron or attention
engaging · bewitching · mesmerizing · glamorous · elegant · stylish · graceful · sophisticated · refined · polished
tempting
Arousing desire or interest
- enticingPowerfully attractive
- irresistibleImpossible to withstand
- seductivePowerfully attractive, tempting
provocative · beguiling · luring · sultry · tantalizing · sensual · arousing · flirtatious · coy · coquettish
welcoming
Receiving others warmly
- warmModerately heated, or friendly
- hospitableFriendly toward guests
- friendlyShowing kindness, warmth
approachable · accessible · open · cozy · comfortable · homey · beckoning · genial · cordial · receptive
appealinglyrepulsively
In a revolting manner
unappealingly · repellently · off-puttingly · revoltingly · disgustingly
appealinglygrotesquely
In disturbingly unnatural way
hideously · repulsively · ghastly · unsightly · garishly