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imperative

UK
/ɪmˈpɛrətɪv/
US
/ɪmˈpɛrətɪv/

Translations

imperativenoun
imperatives
pl
UK
/ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/
US
/ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/
The imperative of the situation was clear to everyone involved.
Императив ситуации был ясен всем участникам.
Additional translations
повелительное наклонение
необходимость
обязательность
Synonyms
necessity
requirement
obligation
duty
essential
compulsion
imperativeadjective
more imperative
Comp.
most imperative
Super.
UK
/ɪmˈpɛrətɪv/
US
/ɪmˈpɛrətɪv/
It is imperative that we address this issue immediately.
Императивно, чтобы мы немедленно занялись этой проблемой.
Following the safety protocols is imperative for all employees.
Соблюдение протоколов безопасности обязательно для всех сотрудников.
There was an imperative need for action.
Была настоятельная необходимость в действии.
Synonyms
essential
urgent
necessary
crucial
mandatory
obligatory
indispensable
Antonyms
optional
unnecessary

Definitions

imperativenoun
A command, rule, duty, or requirement that is seen as urgent or necessary.
Following the safety protocols is an imperative in the construction industry.
A verb form or sentence that expresses a command or request.
In the sentence 'Please sit down,' the phrase 'sit down' is an imperative.
imperativeadjective
Of vital importance; crucial.
It is imperative that we address the issue immediately to prevent further damage.
Giving an authoritative command; peremptory.
Her tone was imperative, leaving no room for argument.
Relating to or denoting the mood of a verb that expresses a command, request, or instruction.
In the imperative sentence 'Close the door,' the verb 'close' is in the imperative mood.
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