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Noun imperative has 2 senses

imperative mood, imperative, jussive mood - a mood that expresses an intention to influence the listener's behavior
--₁ is a kind of mood, mode, modality
imperative - some duty that is essential and urgent
--₂ is a kind of duty, responsibility, obligation

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Term: imperative

Definition

Adjective: absolutely necessary or required; unavoidable.

Noun: a command or order.

Verb: give an authoritative order; make a command.

Sense 1: Adjective

Definition: Something that is imperative is essential, necessary, or unavoidable.

Example sentence: It is imperative to wear a seatbelt while driving to ensure your safety.

Example related product: Seatbelt

Sense 2: Noun

Definition: Imperative as a noun refers to a command or order.

Example sentence: The general gave a strict imperative to his soldiers to hold their positions.

Example related product: Commanding Officer

Sense 3: Verb

Definition: To imperative as a verb means to give an authoritative order or make a command.

Example sentence: The teacher imperatively instructed the students to complete their assignments by the end of the day.

Example related product: Commanding

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