Synonyms of urges

urges

verb

present tense third-person singular of urge

as in encourages

to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• encourages
• exhorts
• prompts
• nudges
• goads
• coaxes
• prods
• pushes
• eggs (on)
• spurs
• propels
• implores
• presses
• stimulates
• beseeches
• provokes
• pressures
• hurries
• drives
• rushes
• cajoles
• importunes
• adjures
• incites
• hustles
• nags
• high-pressures
• wheedles
• instigates
• foments
• stirs (up)
• needles
• blandishes
• soft-soaps

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• discourages
• deters
• inhibits
• dissuades
• brakes
• restrains
• curbs
• constrains
• checks
• holds back

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of urges

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) urges those affected by the floods to contact their individual insurance immediately. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 17 July 2026

But Leah Hook, founder and principal designer of Gray Oak Studio in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, urges homeowners not to go overboard. — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026

The lawsuit, announced Monday by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, urges the US District Court for Northern California to block the $110 billion mega-merger between the TV and film companies on antitrust grounds. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026

The Coalition urges Congress to ensure that Tiered Standard payments count for PSLF, allowing more public servants access to forgiveness. — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

The brand urges customers to think of drinking its products as a wellness ritual that’s meant to be enjoyed. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026

Bojko urges women to watch for abrupt changes in any baseline patterns of bloating or cramping, and to be particularly mindful of early satiety. — Yonathan Daniel, ABC News, 8 July 2026

The organization urges eligible blood and platelet donors, especially those with type-O blood, to make appointments at donation centers. — Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

The company urges fans to book, pay and communicate only through its platform. — Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026