hypothetical imperatives

A form of hypothetical imperative — 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.

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noun
  1. pluralplural of hypothetical imperative
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