Synonyms of strike a chord

Verb


1. strike a chord, resonate, come across

usage: create an emotional response; "The music struck a chord with the listeners"

2. hit home, strike home, strike a chord, strike a note, affect, impress, move, strike

usage: refer to or be relevant or familiar to; "I hope this message hits home!"

3. strike a chord, touch a chord, arouse, elicit, enkindle, kindle, evoke, fire, raise, provoke

usage: evoke a reaction, response, or emotion; "this writer strikes a chord with young women"; "The storyteller touched a chord"

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