Definitions from Wiktionary (hypothetical imperative)
▸ noun: (philosophy) 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.
▸ Also see hypothetical_imperative
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▸ noun: (philosophy) 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.
▸ Also see hypothetical_imperative
▸ Words similar to hypothetical imperatives
▸ Usage examples for hypothetical imperatives
▸ Idioms related to hypothetical imperatives
▸ Wikipedia articles (New!)
▸ Words that often appear near hypothetical imperatives
▸ Rhymes of hypothetical imperatives
▸ Invented words related to hypothetical imperatives