B2noun 1K

Demand

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈmɑːnd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈmænd/"]/

Meaning of Demand

a very strong request for something; something that somebody needs

In simple words: To ask for something forcefully.

Demand in a sentence

• The demand for organic food has been steadily increasing over the past few years.
• He made a demand for a higher salary during the negotiations.
• The coach recognized the physical demand of the training regimen on the athletes.
• There is a high demand for skilled workers in the technology sector.
• The project faced challenges due to the unexpected demand it put on resources.

How to use Demand

Use 'demand' when you want something with urgency or authority. It's neutral but can be seen as aggressive in casual situations. Avoid using it when making polite requests.

Grammar pattern

demand + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'demanding' boss who always wants things done right away.

Related words

Collocations with Demand

• legitimate
• realistic
• reasonable
• issue
• make
• present
• on demand
• demand for
• demand from
• considerable
• enormous
• excessive
• impose
• make
• place
• demand on
• demand upon
• big
• buoyant
• considerable
• level
• accommodate
• cope with
• fulfil/​fulfill
• grow
• increase
• rise
• in demand
• demand among
• demand for
• supply and demand

Synonyms for Demand

• insist
• request
• require
• demanding
• necessitate

Opposites of Demand

• surrender
• yield
• give

Common mistakes with Demand

• Confused with 'require' — 'demand' is stronger than 'require'.
• Using 'demand' without an object — it needs something to demand.
• Mixing it up with 'request' — 'request' is more polite.

Frequently asked questions about Demand

What does Demand mean?

To ask for something forcefully.

What is the definition of Demand?

a very strong request for something; something that somebody needs

How do you use Demand in a sentence?

The demand for organic food has been steadily increasing over the past few years.

Can you give another example of Demand?

He made a demand for a higher salary during the negotiations.

What are synonyms for Demand?

Common alternatives include insist, request, require, demanding, necessitate.

What is the opposite of Demand?

Opposite meanings include surrender, yield, give.

What words go with Demand?

It commonly pairs with legitimate, realistic, reasonable, issue, make, present, on demand, demand for, demand from, considerable, enormous, excessive, impose, make, place, demand on, demand upon, big, buoyant, considerable, level, accommodate, cope with, fulfil/​fulfill, grow, increase, rise, in demand, demand among, demand for, supply and demand.

What are common mistakes when using Demand?

Confused with 'require' — 'demand' is stronger than 'require'. Using 'demand' without an object — it needs something to demand. Mixing it up with 'request' — 'request' is more polite.

How do you pronounce Demand?

US: /["/dɪˈmænd/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈmɑːnd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Demand?

Use 'demand' when you want something with urgency or authority. It's neutral but can be seen as aggressive in casual situations. Avoid using it when making polite requests.

What CEFR level is Demand?

"Demand" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.