Urge Definition

urge
noun
  1. an instinctive motive; "profound religious impulses"
  2. a strong restless desire; "why this urge to travel?"
verb
  1. force or impel in an indicated direction; "I urged him to finish his studies"
  2. push for something; "The travel agent recommended strongly that we not travel on Thanksgiving Day"
  3. spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts; "The crowd cheered the demonstrating strikers"

"Urge" in song lyrics

See how urge is used in real songs:

  • "Slidin on your side and curves, satisfy the primal urge"
    Asher Roth f/ Busta Rhymes, New Kingdom — Lion's Roar
  • "But we still dropped Da Bombs and gave you the urge"
    Deadly Venoms — Chasing Dreams
  • "An uncontrollable urge"
    Doug E. Fresh and the Get Fresh Crew — The Plane (So High)

Usage tips for "urge"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "urge" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for urge to find words that pair well.

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