hypothetical imperative

/ˌˈhaɪpəˌˈθɛdəkəl əmˌpɛrədɪv/
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Other forms: hypothetical imperatives

Definitions of hypothetical imperative
  1. noun
    a principle stating the action required to attain a desired goal
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    type of:
    precept, principle
    rule of personal conduct
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