English dictionary
demand
nounPronunciation
dɪˈmɑːnd
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of demanding
noun
- required activity
noun
- an urgent or peremptory request
noun
- the ability and desire to purchase goods and services
noun
- a condition requiring relief
verb
- request urgently and forcefully
verb
- claim as due or just
verb
- ask to be informed of
verb
- summon to court
verb
- lay legal claim to
verb
- require as useful, just, or proper
Example sentences
the kidnapper's exorbitant demands for money
the requirements of his work affected his health
there were many demands on his time
his demands for attention were unceasing
the automobile reduced the demand for buggywhips
the demand exceeded the supply
she satisfied his need for affection
God has no need of men to accomplish His work
there is a demand for jobs
The victim's family is demanding compensation
The boss demanded that he be fired immediately
She demanded to see the manager
The bank demanded payment of the loan
I demand an explanation
It takes nerve to do what she did
success usually requires hard work
This job asks a lot of patience and skill
This position demands a lot of personal sacrifice
This dinner calls for a spectacular dessert