imperative
/ɪmˈperətɪv/
im · per · a · tive
ɪm · ˈper · ə · tɪv
English Definition
adj./n. absolutely necessary, order
Significado en Español
imperativo, necesario
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bắt buộc, mệnh lệnh
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
imper(command)+ative(adj).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the context of the meeting, the CEO stated that it was imperative to reduce costs immediately. What does the word “imperative” most nearly mean?
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A
optional
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B
necessary
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C
pleasant
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D
boring
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B — necessary.
“imperative” means adj./n. absolutely necessary, order
Common questions about “imperative”
What does “imperative” mean?
imperative — adj./n. absolutely necessary, order. In Chinese: 必要的，命令.
How do you pronounce “imperative”?
imperative is pronounced /ɪmˈperətɪv/. It breaks into 4 syllables: im · per · a · tive.
Is “imperative” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. imperative appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “imperative”?
imper(command)+ative(adj).
