Definition

A person who asks for something forcefully or insists on having it.

Example

The demander made it clear that they expected a prompt response to their request.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real demander in a negotiation?

Not really, but I hear they can be quite intense.

Yeah, they really know how to stand their ground.

It must be interesting to see how they operate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Demander is derived from Old French 'demander' (meaning to ask or request), which itself comes from the Latin 'demandare' (meaning to entrust or command). The word combines the idea of asking for something with a sense of authority or command.

Memory Tip

Think of 'asking' in a formal way, as 'demander' means to request something with a sense of authority.

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