imperative

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Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a mood that expresses an intention to influence the listener's behavior
  2. noun some duty that is essential and urgent
  3. adjective requiring attention or action

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin imperātīvus.

In classic literature

Synonyms

imperative mood, jussive mood, imperative form

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