urge

/ˈɜːd‍ʒ/

/ˈɝdʒ/

to urge

MAIN VERB

force or impel in an indicated direction

synonyms : exhort

to strongly recommend something

synonyms : advocate

to try hard to persuade or encourage someone to do something

synonyms : barrack

Urge

a strong desire or impulse to do something

synonyms : itch

an instinctive motive

synonyms : impulse

Examples

1. Officials are urging residents not to try to weather the storm.

2. Experts have urged ministers to take the necessary steps to resolve the issue.

3. She urged him to reach out to his family.

4. The strong wind urged on the sails of the boat, helping it move faster.