be struck by (someone or something)

be struck by (someone or something)

For someone or something to make a strong impression upon one. I was struck by Caitlin's poise in the interview—she's only 18, you know. Phil was struck by Alice's beauty the moment he saw her.

See also: by, struck

be ˈstruck by/on/with somebody/something

(informal) be impressed or interested by somebody/something; like somebody/something very much: I was struck by her youth and enthusiasm. ♢ We’re not very struck on that new bar.

See also: by, on, somebody, something, struck