Synonyms for
Urges
Definition
To have a strong desire or impulse to do something.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- strong urge
- urge to action
- urge on
- urge forward
- urge caution
- urge compliance
- urge restraint
Word family
Usage note
As a verb, 'urge' often implies a strong, persistent recommendation or encouragement. It can also refer to an internal impulse or desire.
Example sentences
- He urges his sister to come with him to the park.
- She has urges to travel the world and explore new cultures.
- The coach urges the team to practice harder.
- My mom urges me to eat my vegetables every day.
- Tom urges his dad to buy him a new toy.
Quotes
I urge you to travel. As far and as much as possible. Work ridiculous shifts to save your money. Go without the latest iPhone. Throw yourself out of your comfort zone. Find out how other people live and realize that the world is a much bigger place than the town you live in.
I urge you to be as eccentric as you can because in a world full of plain-vanilla, anything goes.
I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe.