Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A strong need or desire to do something, often suddenly.
Urge
/ɜːdʒ/Synonyms:
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Examples:
I urge you to try this new dish.She felt a strong urge to call her mom.
Etymology:
From Middle English urgen, from Old French urgier, from Latin urgere, meaning to press hard, push forward.
Usage Statistics:
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