Meaning of the word "emotional appeal" in English
What does "emotional appeal" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
emotional appeal
US /ɪˈmoʊʃənl əˈpiːl/
UK /ɪˈməʊʃənl əˈpiːl/
Phrase
a method of persuasion that attempts to create an emotional response in the audience to convince them of an argument or cause
Example:
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The advertisement used an emotional appeal to encourage donations for the charity.
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Politicians often rely on emotional appeal to sway voters.