What is demanding? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of demanding

demandingadjective

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/dɪˈmɑːndɪŋ//dɪˈmændɪŋ/

Where does the word demanding come from?

The word "demanding" comes from the verb "demand," which has roots in the Old French word "demandier," meaning "to ask, request, or beg." This, in turn, originates from the Latin "demandare," meaning "to entrust, to commit to someone's care." Over time, "demand" evolved to mean "to ask for something forcefully" and "demanding" took on the sense of "requiring a lot of effort or attention."

Vocabulary summary demanding

typeadjective

meaningdemanding

Example of vocabulary demandingnamespace

meaning

needing a lot of skill, effort, etc.

  • The work is physically demanding.
  • the most demanding challenge I have ever faced
  • The job requires demanding deadlines that often leave me exhausted.
  • She is a demanding boss who expects her employees to work overtime without complaint.
  • The baby's crying is being incredibly demanding tonight, making it difficult for us to get any rest.
meaning

expecting a lot of work or attention from others; not easily satisfied

  • a demanding boss/child
  • My grandma became very demanding as she got older.

Synonyms and related words for demanding

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