appeal

Asking someone important to look again at a decision to make sure it's fair.



Word Structure

uh-PEEL

Sentence Examples

The appeal process may be limited.

Supreme court hears appeals.

He made an appeal for aid.

Semantic Relatives

Decision

Court

Petition

Plea

Request

Reversal

Ruling

State Supreme Court

Supreme Court



Textbook

Explore American Democracy Chapter 7 by Attainment

Deeper Dive

Learn more about appeal.