Pronunciation

/ˈɜːrɡ/

Definitions

• Noun: A strong feeling of desire or necessity to do something; a push or impulse. For example: “He had an urge to travel the world.”
• Verb: To feel a strong desire or inclination to do something; to impel or motivate. For example: “She urged her team to work harder on the project.”
• Adjective: Characterized by a strong desire or inclination; compelling. For example: “An urgent matter requires immediate attention.”

Phrases

• “Feel an urge to do” signifies a strong desire to perform an action.
• “urge someone to do” implies encouraging someone to take a particular action.
• “urge caution” is a warning to be careful or restrained.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The doctor urged her patient to quit smoking for their health’s sake.”
• Verb: “He urged his colleagues to contribute their ideas to the discussion.”
• Adjective: “The emergency services were urgently needed due to the accident.”

Synonyms

• Impetus
• Push
• Desire
• Enticement
• Conviction

Antonyms

• Relaxation
• Resistance
• Indifference
• Detachment
• Lack of interest