demanderass

Demanderass is a neologism found in online discourse used to describe a person who habitually makes demands or seeks favors in a way that is perceived as aggressive or entitled. The term is informal and not widely documented in dictionaries or scholarly literature; its usage is largely confined to internet communities and speculative fiction contexts.

Etymology and form are not standardized. The word appears to be a portmanteau of demander, from the French verb demander meaning to ask, and a pejorative suffix resembling -ass, intended to signal disapproval of aggressive or persistent requesting behavior. This construction reflects casual online language rather than formal linguistic analysis, and its connotations are largely negative.

Definition and usage. A demanderass is typically characterized by frequent, assertive requests or demands, often framed as necessities or nonnegotiable requirements. The behavior may involve leveraging social status, relationships, or time to obtain compliance, and it is usually discussed in the context of interpersonal or workplace interactions, fiction, or meme culture. The term is gender-neutral in principle, but its morphology and online deployment can carry a pejorative, sometimes gendered tone depending on the speaker.

Connotations and reception. The label is controversial; some users find it a concise shorthand for describing a pattern of coercive requesting, while others criticize it as insulting or stigmatizing. Because it is informal and potentially offensive, it is typically used with caution and within specific communities.

See also: demanding behavior, entitlement, coercive communication, social dynamics.