Pronunciation: /ˈɪnˌstɪŋkt/
noun an inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
A1 Animals rely on instinct to survive in the wild.
A2 She followed her instinct and turned left at the crossroads.
B1 His instinct told him that something was not right about the situation.
B2 The detective's instinct led him to the crucial piece of evidence.
C1 Her instinct for business opportunities has made her very successful.
C2 The artist's instinct for color and composition is unparalleled.
adjective relating to or prompted by instinct; apparently unconscious or automatic
A1 Animals rely on their instinct to survive in the wild.
A2 She had an instinct feeling that something was wrong.
B1 His instinct reaction was to run away from danger.
B2 The detective's instinct told him that the suspect was lying.
C1 Her instinctual response to stress was to meditate and relax.
C2 The athlete's instinctive ability to anticipate his opponent's moves gave him an edge in the game.
formal Animals rely on their instinct to survive in the wild.
informal I just had a gut feeling about it, like my instinct was telling me.
slang Trust your gut, it's your instinct talking.
figurative His instinct for finding the best deals is like a sixth sense.
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