demand
/dɪmˈænd/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
noun
- an urgent or peremptory request
“his demands for attention were unceasing” - the ability and desire to purchase goods and services
“the automobile reduced the demand for buggywhips” - required activity
“the requirements of his work affected his health” - the act of demanding
“the kidnapper's exorbitant demands for money” - a condition requiring relief
“she satisfied his need for affection”
verb
- request urgently and forcefully
“The victim's family is demanding compensation” - require as useful, just, or proper
“It takes nerve to do what she did” - claim as due or just
“The bank demanded payment of the loan” - lay legal claim to
- summon to court
- ask to be informed of
“I demand an explanation”
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