instinct
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/ˈɪn.stɪŋkt/
English
Definitions
noun
- A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.“Many animals fear fire by instinct.”
- An intuitive reaction not based on rational conscious thought.“Debbie's instinct was to distrust John.”
adjective
- Imbued, charged (with something).
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Synonyms
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