formalappeals

noun

UK /ˈfɔːməl əˈpiːlz/

US /ˈfɔːrməl əˈpiːlz/

Formal appeals are serious, official requests made in a proper way.

The school sent formal appeals to parents asking for help with the new library.

SYNONYMS

official requests formal petitions serious pleas written applications

RELATED WORDS

appeal petition request application plea

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Official requests made to a court or judge to change a decision.

The lawyers filed formal appeals to the higher court.

3. Polite, proper ways of asking for something in a serious setting.

The charity made formal appeals for donations during the ceremony.

4. Written requests sent to a company or group following its rules.

Customers submitted formal appeals to the airline about the canceled flights.