Meaning & Definition of word "Demand"

Demand

/dɪˈmænd/

1. An insistent and peremptory request, made as if by right.
- Example: The workers made a demand for higher wages.
2. The desire or need for a product or service.
- Example: There is a high demand for electric vehicles in the market.
3. An order or requirement such as to submit documents or reports.
- Example: The school's demand for academic excellence has raised the bar for students.

1. To ask for something forcefully or urgently.
- Example: The teacher demanded that the students pay attention during the lecture.
2. To require something as necessary or essential.
- Example: This job demands a high level of technical skill.
3. To request formally or officially.
- Example: The police demanded identification from the individuals.

●Middle English: from Old French demander, based on Latin demandare.

demand and supply:

The relationship between the availability of a product and the desire for it.

make demands:

To insist on having something.

in demand:

Being sought after by many people.

demanding:

Requires a lot of effort or attention.

demandable:

Capable of being demanded or claimed.

Meaning: To ask for something forcefully.

● Example Sentence: He was demanding that everyone pay attention.

Meaning: To insist on getting what one wants.

● Example Sentence: She is always demanding her way when it comes to group decisions.