Meaning of the word urge in English

What does urge mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

urge

US /ɝːdʒ/

UK /ɜːdʒ/

a strong desire or impulse

Example:

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He felt a sudden urge to travel.

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She resisted the urge to laugh.

Synonym:

impulse desire craving longing yearning

to try to persuade someone strongly to do something

Example:

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I urge you to reconsider your decision.

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The lawyer urged the jury to consider all the evidence.

Synonym:

exhort advise encourage press push

to move or cause to move in a particular direction by pushing or driving

Example:

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He urged his horse forward.

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The current urged the boat towards the shore.

Synonym:

propel drive push force impel