Meaning of the word struck in English

What does struck mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

struck

US /strʌk/
UK /strʌk/

Past Tense

past tense and past participle of 'strike'

Example:
The clock struck midnight.
He was struck by a sudden idea.

Adjective

affected by something overwhelming, typically an emotion or a physical condition

Example:
She was struck dumb by the news.
He was struck with grief after the loss.
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