Synonyms for imperatively

Grammar : Adv

Spell : im-per-uh-tiv

Phonetic Transcription : ɪmˈpɛr ə tɪv

Définition of imperatively

Origin : 1520s, from Late Latin imperativus "pertaining to a command," from imperatus "commanded," past participle of imperare "to command, to requisition," from assimilated form of in- "into, in" (see in- (2)) + parare "prepare" (see pare).

As in compulsorily : adv forcibly
As in urgently : adv critically

Example sentences :

We imperatively require a perception of, and a homage to beauty in our companions.
Extract from : « Essays, Second Series » by Ralph Waldo Emerson

It existed in America and was imperatively demanded in Europe.
Extract from : « Herbert Hoover » by Vernon Kellogg

“We must not trust him or any of the others,” said Dirk imperatively.
Extract from : « Astounding Stories of Super-Science, March 1930 » by Various

"I wish to see you—I must speak with you, even if you have retired," she returned, imperatively.
Extract from : « The Masked Bridal » by Mrs. Georgie Sheldon

She let go his arm and imperatively pushed it from her, tossing her head.
Extract from : « A Pair of Blue Eyes » by Thomas Hardy

Also that it is 'imperatively demanded by the necessities of war.'
Extract from : « The War in South Africa » by Arthur Conan Doyle

"Go on," he said so imperatively that, with one long breath, Theodora began to read.
Extract from : « Teddy: Her Book » by Anna Chapin Ray

Now, herr,” he said imperatively: “put your arms round my neck.
Extract from : « The Crystal Hunters » by George Manville Fenn

The King, then in Hanover, was imperatively sent for home, and had to come.
Extract from : « The Humbugs of the World » by P. T. Barnum

"One moment, please," broke in the little general, imperatively.
Extract from : « A Little Traitor to the South » by Cyrus Townsend Brady

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