urge

B1
Pronunciation
/ɜːd͡ʒ/
/ɝd͡ʒ/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A strong desire; an itch to do something.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To press; to push; to drive; to impel; to force onward.

2 Definition

To press the mind or will of; to ply with motives, arguments, persuasion, or importunity.

3 Definition

To provoke; to exasperate.

4 Definition

To press hard upon; to follow closely.

5 Definition

To present in an urgent manner; to insist upon.

Example Sentences
  • to urge an argument; to urge the necessity of a case
6 Definition

To treat with forcible means; to take severe or violent measures with.

Example Sentences
  • to urge an ore with intense heat
7 Definition

To press onward or forward.

8 Definition

To be pressing in argument; to insist; to persist.