in demand
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Greatly desired; sought after by many people: Describes something or someone that is wanted or needed by a large number of people, often leading to high popularity or scarcity.
- Popular and wanted: Indicates that there is a high level of interest or need for a product, service, skill, or person.
Usage
- The adjective "in demand" is used after a linking verb (like , , ) to describe the status of a subject.
- It is often used in contexts related to the job market, commerce, entertainment, and skills.
Examples
- Adjective:
- Skilled software engineers are in demand worldwide.
- Her latest book is so in demand that it's sold out everywhere.
- During the holiday season, certain toys become highly in demand.
Advanced Usage
- "to be in high/great demand": An intensified form emphasizing a very strong level of desire or need.
- Renewable energy experts are in high demand.
- "to be in constant demand": Suggests a continuous, unchanging level of popularity or need.
- The classic novel remains in constant demand by new readers.
Variants and Related Words
- Demand (n): The desire of consumers for a particular commodity or service.
- There is a high demand for affordable housing.
- Demand (v): To ask for something forcefully.
- Workers demand better pay and conditions.
- Demanding (adj): Requiring much skill, effort, or time.
- He has a very demanding job.
Synonyms
- Sought-after: Wanted by many people.
- Popular: Liked, admired, or enjoyed by many people.
- Coveted: Greatly desired or envied.
Related Phrases
- On demand: Available whenever requested or needed.
- The movie is available on demand through the streaming service.
- Supply and demand: An economic model explaining price determination in a market.
- The price is determined by the basic principle of supply and demand.
Adjective
- greatly desired