URGE
Scrabble letter values: U1R1G2E1 = 5
Definition
- noun an instinctive motive. — synonyms: impulse
- noun a strong restless desire. — synonyms: itch
- verb force or impel in an indicated direction. — synonyms: urge_on, press, exhort
- verb push for something. — synonyms: recommend, advocate
- verb spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts. — synonyms: cheer, root_on, inspire, barrack, urge_on, exhort, pep_up
Examples
- “profound religious impulses”
- “why this urge to travel?”
- “I urged him to finish his studies”