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What Does Imperative Mean?

Adjective

  • Very important; something you must do.
  • Describing something that gives a command or order.

Noun

  • A type of sentence that tells someone to do something.
  • An important action that needs to be done.

Imperative — Full Explanation

Imperative means something that is very important or necessary. Like when your teacher says you must do your homework, it's imperative to do it.

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Imperative Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
अनिवार्य (Anivarya)

anivarya

निर्देश (Nirdesh)

nirdesh

आदेश (Aadesh)

aadesh

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Frequently Asked Questions About Imperative

What does 'imperative' mean?
The word 'imperative' means something that is very important or necessary. It can also refer to a command or order.
How do you pronounce 'imperative'?
You pronounce 'imperative' like this: im-PEH-ruh-tiv.
What is the origin of the word 'imperative'?
The word 'imperative' comes from the Latin word 'imperativus', which means 'to command'.
What is the meaning of 'imperative' in Hindi?
The word 'imperative' in Hindi is 'आवश्यक' (Āvaśyak).