instinct
IPA: ˈɪnstɪŋkt
noun
- A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.
- An intuitive reaction not based on rational conscious thought.
adjective
- (archaic) Imbued, charged (with something).
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Examples of "instinct" in Sentences
- Cooking is one of the natural instincts.
- Is that really the reason for the instinct
- Anyone in the area will instinctively flee.
- The instinct to survive and to continue to live.
- The process should be automatic and instinctive.
- It is a mix of instinctive ability and experience.
- In humans, it is both instinctive and premeditated.
- But the actor went on instinct and played the role.
- Tiger's instinct to hunt is one of the innate abilities.
- These are the instincts to survive and to continue to live.
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