No. 1,757 in Portuguese
exige
"Exige" means "demands" or "requires" in English.
In a sentence
Ele exige dedicação total para obter sucesso.
He demands total dedication to achieve success.
Verb form often indicating a requirement or rigidity in something.
O projeto exige atenção aos detalhes para ser bem executado.
The project requires attention to detail to be well executed.
Verb form showing necessity or precondition for something to be effectively carried out.
A situação exige uma atitude mais proativa dos envolvidos.
The situation requires a more proactive attitude from those involved.
Verb form illustrating the need or expectation due to specific circumstances.
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