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demand · verb T /dɪˈmænd/Full view
Nouns: demand
Adjectives: demanding
Verbs: demand
demand (REQUEST)
B1 to ask for something in a way that shows that you do not expect to be refused
Dictionary examples:

I demanded an explanation.

I demand to see the manager.

She demanded that he return the books he borrowed from her.

Learner example:

I demand a full refund or I will be forced to take this matter further. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)

demand (NEED)
B2 to need something such as time or effort
Dictionary example:

This job demands a high level of concentration.

Learner example:

I would say that driving a car demands a lot of responsibility. (First Certificate in English; B2; Portuguese)

demand · noun /dɪˈmænd/
Nouns: demand
Adjectives: demanding
Verbs: demand
demand (REQUEST)
B1 C a strong request
Dictionary examples:

You can't give in to children's demands all the time.

The government is unlikely to agree to the rebels' demands for independence.

They received a final demand for payment.

Learner example:

Of course only when my demands are logical. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

demand (NEED)
B2 U a need for something to be sold or supplied
Dictionary example:

There was little demand for tickets.

Learner example:

I believe we [have] to stop the demand for ivory! (First Certificate in English; B2; Swedish)

in demand
C2 wanted or needed in large numbers
Dictionary example:

Good teachers are always in demand.

Learner example:

Many goods are not in demand because each family produces [its] own goods. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Greek)

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