Vocabulary
Imperative
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
of vital importance; crucial
giving an authoritative command; peremptory
Urdu meaning
اشد ضروری، لازمی، آمرانہ
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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If this is the case, then a second round of talks becomes imperative.
Dawn Editorials —
Blow hot, blow cold
— 2026-04-14
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The next six months can be different only if the government treats low-carbon development not only as an environmental aspiration but also as an economic and national security imperative.
Dawn Editorials —
Energy crisis as catalyst
— 2026-04-09
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The risk has not diminished that, if the war drags on and further austerity measures become imperative, they may once again be expected to take classes remotely.
Dawn Editorials —
Education interrupted
— 2026-04-02
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With the Cold War over, the imperative for PakistanIndia peace is more pressing as the two neighbours are nuclear-armed.
Dawn Editorials —
A business case
— 2026-03-31
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I TH a catastrophic war raging on the nation`s borders, it is imperative that the civilian and military leadership continue to consult each other and other stakeholders in order to steer Pakistan through these stormy waters.
Dawn Editorials —
Crisis meeting
— 2026-03-28
Synonyms
all-important, vital, crucial, critical, essential
Antonyms
unimportant, optional
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