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insistence vs demand

demand vs insistence

insistence and demand both are nouns.

insistence is not a verb while demand is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
insistence Yes No No No
demand Yes No Yes No
As nouns, demand is a hypernym of insistence; that is, demand is a word with a broader meaning than insistence:
  • insistence: continual and persistent demands
  • demand: an urgent or peremptory request
insistence (noun) demand (noun)
the act of insisting on something the act of demanding
continual and persistent demands required activity
the state of demanding notice or attention an urgent or peremptory request
the ability and desire to purchase goods and services
a condition requiring relief
insistence (verb) demand (verb)
request urgently and forcefully
claim as due or just
summon to court
ask to be informed of
lay legal claim to
require as useful, just, or proper
Difference between insistence and demand

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