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Imperative
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Part of speech: noun (n.)
The imperative mood; also, a verb in the imperative mood.
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 2
Part of speech: adjective (a.)
1. Expressive of command; containing positive command; authoritatively or absolutely directive; commanding; authoritative; as, imperative orders. The suit of kings are imperative. Bp. Hall.
2. Not to be avoided or evaded; obligatory; binding; compulsory; as, an imperative duty or order.
3. Expressive of commund, entreaty, advice, or exhortation; as, the imperative mood.