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Search "imperative" in: imperativeOne entry found. Entry Word: imperative Function: adjective Meaning: 1 forcing oneΚΌs compliance or participation by or as if by law <reporting signs of physical abuse is now an imperative duty for hospital and school personnel> β see mandatory 2 impossible to do without <proper equipment is imperative for the success of this chemical experiment> β see essential 1 3 needing immediate attention <an imperative need for medical supplies in the earthquake-ravaged country> β see acute 2 
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