imperatively

Thân thiện

The teacher speaks imperatively to the class.

Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a manner that expresses a command, demand, or urgent necessity: The word "imperatively" describes how something is done with a sense of absolute requirement or authority, leaving no room for refusal or delay.

Usage

The adverb "imperatively" is used to modify a verb, describing that the action is performed in a commanding, urgent, or obligatory way. It often relates to tone, manner, or necessity.

Examples

• Adverb:
  • The officer spoke imperatively, and the soldiers immediately obeyed. (The officer's manner of speaking was commanding.)
  • It is imperatively necessary to evacuate the building now. (The necessity is expressed as an urgent command.)
  • She gestured imperatively for silence. (Her gesture was demanding and left no option.)

Advanced Usage

• In formal or written contexts: "Imperatively" is often used in formal writing, legal documents, or academic texts to stress a non-negotiable requirement.
  • The treaty states imperatively that all parties must disarm.
• To describe tone or manner: It frequently modifies verbs related to communication (e.g., speak, say, demand, require).
  • "Come here at once," he said imperatively.

Variants and Related Words

• Imperative (adjective): Of vital importance; crucial. Also, giving an authoritative command.
  • It is imperative that we finish on time.
• Imperative (noun): An essential or urgent thing. Also, a verb form expressing a command.
  • "Go!" is an imperative.
• Imperativeness (noun): The quality of being imperative.
  • The imperativeness of the situation was clear to everyone.

Synonyms

• Commandingly: In a commanding manner.
• Authoritatively: With authority.
• Peremptorily: In a way that expects immediate obedience and does not allow contradiction.
• Urgently: In a manner requiring immediate action.

Antonyms

• Requestingly: In a manner that asks rather than commands.
• Tentatively: In a hesitant or uncertain manner.
• Optionally: In a manner that is a choice, not a requirement.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an imperative and commanding manner

Từ đồng nghĩa

• peremptorily