urge
//ɜːrdʒ//
Verb
urgeInfinitive
urgePresent tense
urgedPast tense
urgedPast participle
urgingPresent participle
urgesThird-person singular
1
To strongly encourage or try to persuade someone to do something
The doctor urged him to quit smoking.
2
To recommend or advocate something earnestly
Doctors urge people to exercise regularly for better health.
3
To push or drive forward with force
He urged his horse forward through the storm.
Antonym
Noun
1
A strong desire or impulse to do something
I felt a sudden urge to call my mother.