ichidan verb, intransitive verb
be driven by; be seized with; be carried away by
Describes being overcome by a strong internal feeling or impulse, such as curiosity, anxiety, or a sudden urge. Often used with emotions like 不安, 好奇心, or 衝動.
好奇心に駆られて、彼はその扉を開けた。
Driven by curiosity, he opened the door.
不安に駆られて、
Seized with anxiety, I couldn't sleep at night.