On appeal, the appellee is the

A) party asking for review.
B) party not asking for review.
C) original defendant.
D) original plaintiff.

Appellee

The party against whom an appeal is taken—that is, the party who opposes setting aside or reversing the judgment. Sometimes referred to as the respondent.

Appeal

The process of seeking a higher court’s review of a lower court’s decision for the purpose of correcting or changing the lower court’s judgment or decision.

Review

An evaluation or assessment of something for the purpose of informed decision-making or the consideration of its value, quality, or significance.