Meaning of 'urge'

Find the meaning of the word ‘urge’

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Meaning of ‘urge’

5 definitions found.

urge

noun

a strong restless desire

Example: "why this urge to travel?"

Synonyms: itch

noun

an instinctive motive

Synonyms: impulse

verb

force or impel in an indicated direction

Example: "I urged them to finish their studies."

Synonyms: press

verb

spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts

Synonyms: barrack

verb

push for something

Synonyms: advocate recommend

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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