imperative \əmˈperədiv\ adjective 1. Extremely important, required. From Latin imperāre, to command.

Question

Using the dictionary entry, which sentence uses imperative correctly?

A.
Your participation in trash pickup day is only imperative, so please let the leaders know if you choose to attend.
B.
It is imperative that the government do everything possible to fight the climate crisis before it is too late.
C.
City officials want to imperative participation in the recycling program, so residents get fined if they do not recycle.
D.
Denying health services to the neediest veterans is imperative and shameful; it should never happen.

Answer 1

The sentence that uses "imperative" correctly is:

B. It is imperative that the government do everything possible to fight the climate crisis before it is too late.

In this sentence, "imperative" is used to mean extremely important or required.