Instinctual Behaviors

noun a quality or characteristic that is inherent or natural

adjective inborn or natural; existing from birth

• The ability to learn a language is not innate, but rather acquired through exposure and practice.
• Some people have an innate talent for playing musical instruments without any formal training.
• She's got that innate swag that makes everyone notice her when she enters a room.
• The innate desire to explore new horizons drives him to constantly seek out new adventures.

noun the instinct to protect oneself from harm or danger

• Self-preservation is a natural instinct that drives individuals to protect themselves from harm.
• When faced with danger, our instinct for self-preservation kicks in and we do whatever it takes to stay safe.
• I always prioritize my own self-preservation, ain't nobody got time for unnecessary risks.
• In the cutthroat world of business, self-preservation often means looking out for your own interests above all else.

verb past tense and past participle of unlearn

adjective lacking knowledge or education; not learned

• The unlearned individual struggled to grasp the complex concepts presented in the lecture.
• He's so unlearned when it comes to technology, he can barely operate a smartphone.
• She's pretty unlearned about current slang terms, she still uses outdated phrases.
• The unlearned approach to problem-solving only led to further confusion and frustration.

noun the science of animal behavior, particularly in natural conditions

• Ethology is the scientific study of animal behavior in their natural habitats.
• I find ethology fascinating because it helps us understand why animals behave the way they do.
• Ethology is like studying the 'whys' behind animal actions.
• In a way, ethology is like decoding the language of animals through their behaviors.