Demanded
/dɪˈmændɪd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo ask for something forcefully; to claim something as a right or as due.
/dɪˈmændɪd/
To ask for something firmly or forcefully.
The students demanded a longer break.
💡 Simply: Imagine your friend wants a slice of your pizza! They *demanded* it, meaning they asked for it in a strong way, like they really expected you to give it to them.
👶 For kids: To ask for something in a really strong way, like wanting a toy REALLY badly!
More Examples
The company demanded a full refund.
The protesters demanded an end to the injustice.
How It's Used
"The CEO demanded immediate action to address the falling profits."
"The plaintiff demanded compensation for the damages."
To require or need (something) as a prerequisite.
/dɪˈmændɪd/
To require as being essential or necessary.
The job demanded a high level of technical expertise.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're building a LEGO castle. The instructions *demanded* certain blocks, meaning you absolutely needed them to make the castle.
👶 For kids: When something is *demanded*, it means you absolutely NEED it or must have it.
More Examples
The circumstances demanded a quick decision.
His health demanded regular exercise.
How It's Used
"The market demanded high-quality goods."
"The situation demanded immediate attention."
From Middle English demaunden, from Old French demander, from Latin demandare (“to entrust, claim”), from de- (“from, down”) + mandare (“to order, command”).
Historically, 'demanded' was used similarly to how it's used today, with a strong emphasis on claiming or requesting something with authority.
Memory tip
Think of a demanding boss or customer who insists on getting what they want.