Other words for “urge”, grouped by meaning.
We found 12 synonyms for “urge”. The most common are impulse, itch, urge on, press, exhort.
noun an instinctive motive
noun a strong restless desire
verb force or impel in an indicated direction
verb push for something
verb spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University