Top synonyms for “demand”: ask, call for, exact, involve, necessitate, need, need, postulate, and 3 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)the act of demanding“the kidnapper's exorbitant demands for money”
- (noun)required activity“the requirements of his work affected his health”
- (noun)an urgent or peremptory request“his demands for attention were unceasing”
- (noun)the ability and desire to purchase goods and services“the automobile reduced the demand for buggywhips”
- (noun)a condition requiring relief“she satisfied his need for affection”
- (verb)request urgently and forcefully“The victim's family is demanding compensation”
- (verb)claim as due or just“The bank demanded payment of the loan”
- (verb)ask to be informed of“I demand an explanation”
- (verb)summon to court
- (verb)lay legal claim to
- (verb)require as useful, just, or proper“It takes nerve to do what she did”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "demand"?
Common synonyms for "demand" include ask, call for, exact, involve, necessitate, need. Our thesaurus lists 11 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "demand"?
Antonyms for "demand" include supply. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "demand" mean?
the act of demanding Example: "the kidnapper's exorbitant demands for money"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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