Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
urge
verb / noun
/ɜrdʒ/
Definition
To drive or force someone to do something; to strongly encourage or push someone towards a course of action.
Examples
- She urged him to apply for the job.
- There is a strong urge to succeed.
- He felt a sudden urge to call her.
Meaning
An inner drive or desire to act in a certain way; a strong feeling of wanting or needing to do something.
Synonyms
- push
- encourage
- stimulate
- prompt
- insist
