<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to urge, advise, or caution earnestly; admonish urgently</li><li>Synonyms: goad, press, spur, encourage</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to give urgent advice, recommendations, or warnings</li><li>Synonyms: goad, press, spur, encourage</li></ul>