Imperative
nounɪm'pɛrətɪv
Adjective
requiring attention or action
“as nuclear weapons proliferate, preventing war becomes imperative”
“requests that grew more and more imperative”
See also:Self-assertingSelf-assertiveAssertiverelating to verbs in the imperative mood
Noun
a mood that expresses an intention to influence the listener's behavior
Type of:MoodModalityModesome duty that is essential and urgent
Type of:DutyResponsibilityObligation
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