Question

What does the word "demand" mean as it is used​

Answer 1

to ask for with proper authority; claim as a right: He demanded payment of the debt. to ask for peremptorily or urgently: He demanded sanctuary. She demanded that we let her in. to call for or require as just, proper, or necessary: This task demands patience. Justice demands objectivity.

Answer 2

Demand means that circumstances or, more commonly, people are forcing you to do something against your will. You have no choice in the situation, whether you are alright with it or not. The person is being stubborn, and, in many cases, demanding ends up into something negative.

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