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Definition

verb. to strongly encourage someone to do something.

Example Sentence

The public service announcement urges pet owners to spay or neuter their pets.

More Example Sentences

The coach urges the team to practice daily.

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

urges
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • berges
  • dirges
  • merges
  • purges
  • scourges
  • sturges
  • surges
  • urges
  • verges

  • diverges
  • emerges
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