Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

uncontrollable-urge

Noun
/ˌʌnkəntrəˈboʊləˌɜrdʒ/
Definition
A strong desire or impulse that cannot be easily managed or resisted.
Examples
  • She felt an uncontrollable urge to start dancing in the middle of the street.
  • He often struggled with an uncontrollable urge to eat junk food, despite his efforts to maintain a healthy diet.
Meaning
An uncontrollable urge refers to a sudden, overpowering drive to do something, often without the ability to think rationally about the consequences.
Synonyms
  • Impulse
  • Compulsion
  • Desire
  • Passion