to demandverb/ɛɡˈziʒiɾ/highe·xi·girPortuguesEnglishEspanolFrancaisDefinitionTo require something forcefully or authoritatively.He demanded a clear explanation.The situation demands a quick response.synrequireinsistEtymologyDo latim 'exigere'Related wordsexigênciaexigenteexigido