urge

(noun, verb)

noun

1. an instinctive motive

Similar word(s): impulse

Definition categories: motive, motivation, need

2. a strong restless desire

- why this urge to travel?

Similar word(s): itch

Definition categories: feeling, desire

verb

1. force or impel in an indicated direction

- I urged him to finish his studies

Similar word(s): exhort, press

Definition categories: communication, advise, counsel, rede

2. push for something

Similar word(s): advocate, recommend

Definition categories: communication, advise, propose, suggest

3. spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts

Similar word(s): barrack, cheer, exhort, inspire

Definition categories: communication, encourage

Sentences with urge as a verb:

- to urge an argument; to urge the necessity of a case

- to urge an ore with intense heat