English Explanatory Dictionary

strike a chord

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb

To elicit a significant reaction, especially one which is favorable or sympathetic.
To convey a feeling or meaning which someone personally internalizes and takes to heart.

Pronunciation

En-au-strike a chord.ogg

Word forms

strike a chord strikes a chord striking a chord struck a chord

Synonyms

touch a chord hit home

Antonyms

touch a nerve

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