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Meaning of hypothetical imperative | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A formula that tells one how to act in order to achieve a specific goal, without reflecting on the value of the goal itself. Such an imperative is conditional, i.e., it would only motivate one who already shares the end goal in question.

Equivalents

Deutsch hypothetischer Imperativ

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

hypothetical taxonomic unit hypotheticality Hypothetically hypothetico-deductivism hypothetico-deductivist hypothiocyanate

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