sincere appeal

noun phrase
UK /sɪnˈsɪə əˈpiːl/
US /sɪnˈsɪr əˈpiːl/

A sincere appeal is a very honest and serious request for help.

The lost puppy made a sincere appeal to the crowd for help.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A formal and honest request made to a court or authority.

The lawyer made a sincere appeal to the judge for a fair trial.

3. A heartfelt call for people to support a good cause.

The charity made a sincere appeal for donations after the storm.

4. An honest request for someone to change their mind or behavior.

Her sincere appeal to her friend helped him stop being angry.