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precept vs hypothetical imperative

hypothetical imperative vs precept

precept and hypothetical imperative both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
precept Yes No No No
hypothetical imperative Yes No No No
As nouns, hypothetical imperative is a hyponym of precept; that is, hypothetical imperative is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than precept:
  • precept: rule of personal conduct
  • hypothetical imperative: a principle stating the action required to attain a desired goal
Other hyponyms of precept include higher law, moral principle, caveat emptor.
precept (noun) hypothetical imperative (noun)
a doctrine that is taught a principle stating the action required to attain a desired goal
rule of personal conduct
Difference between precept and hypothetical imperative

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