Exigencia (en. Demand)

/eɡiˈsenθja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Requests or requirements that are demanded.
The demand to meet deadlines is high in this industry.
La exigencia de cumplir con los plazos es alta en esta industria.
The quality of being demanding or rigorous.
Her demand on employees has improved the quality of work.
Su exigencia hacia los empleados ha mejorado la calidad del trabajo.
Urgent need for something.
The demand for basic resources in the region is alarming.
La exigencia de recursos básicos en la región es alarmante.

Etymology

From the Latin 'exigentia', which comes from 'exigere', meaning to demand.

Common Phrases and Expressions

high demand
When expectations or requirements are very high.
exigencia alta
low demand
When little or no effort or compliance is required.
bajo exigencia
according to the demand
In accordance with the established requirements.
conforme a la exigencia

Related Words

demand
To request something firmly or insistently.
exigir
demanding
That imposes many demands or is very strict.
exigente

Slang Meanings

To have high expectations in a relationship.
That girl has a lot of demands; she seeks perfection in her partner.
Esa chica tiene mucha exigencia, busca la perfección en su pareja.
When someone is constantly in demand.
My friends always demand my time; I can't handle it.
Mis amigos siempre tienen exigencia de mi tiempo, no puedo con eso.