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    Exiger (en. Require)

    /ɛɡiʒe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To ask for something insistently.
    He demands an immediate response.
    Il exige une réponse immédiate.
    To impose a necessity.
    This situation demands special attention.
    Cette situation exige une attention particulière.
    To have an absolute need for something.
    This job demands specific skills.
    Ce travail exige des compétences spécifiques.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'exigere', meaning 'to demand, to ask, to draw out'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    demand accountability
    To request explanations or justifications.
    exiger des comptes
    demand effort
    To request a contribution or additional work.
    exiger des efforts

    Related Words

    demand
    Condition or necessity that must be fulfilled.
    exigence
    claimable
    That must be paid or completed.
    exigible

    Slang Meanings

    To strongly ask for something.
    He demands like a dictator.
    Il exige comme un dictateur.
    To put pressure on someone.
    She demands apologies without mercy.
    Elle exige des excuses sans ménagement.