Demanding

verb

/dɪˈmɑːndɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 9.9

Definitions

1.verbTo request forcefully.

"I demand to see the manager."

2.verbTo claim a right to something.

"The bank is demanding the mortgage payment."

3.verbTo ask forcefully for information.

"I demand an immediate explanation."

4.verbTo require of someone.

"This job demands a lot of patience."

5.verbTo issue a summons to court.

6.adjectiveRequiring much endurance, strength, or patience.

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