what is an alternative term for demanding
Demand is a determined and often an arrogant word; one may rightfully demand what is his own or his due, when it is withheld or denied; or he may wrongfully demand that to which he has no claim but power.ynonyms: imposition. demand. One asks what he feels that he may fairly claim and reasonably expect; if a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father, Luke xi, 11; he begs for that to which he advances no claim but pity.