An urge is a strong and irresistible desire or impulse to act, typically due to a physical need or emotional drive. It can also refer to an overwhelming inclination or compulsion to do something despite potential consequences.
Usage examples
I urge you to reconsider your decision.
He felt an overwhelming urge to help those in need.
The campaign urges individuals to donate blood and save lives.
Parents often urge their children to eat their vegetables for good health.
The organization urges the government to address the issue of inequality.
Thanks for putting this natural urge of mine into words. (gapingvoid.com)
I specifically wanted to know how to address violence in a school setting so that I could design an intervention targeted at helping youth resist urges towards violence. (gse.harvard.edu)
He also urged members of the party to be united in order to surpass the number of votes recorded in the 2015 elections. (dailypost.ng)