Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gut instinct
Noun
/ɡʌt ˈɪnˌstɪŋkt/
Definition
A gut instinct is an intuitive feeling or belief that something is right or wrong, without needing conscious reasoning.
Examples
- I had a gut instinct that it was the wrong decision.
- Her gut instinct told her to leave the situation immediately.
- Sometimes, you have to trust your gut instinct over the facts.
Meaning
It refers to the ability to make decisions or judgments based on one’s feelings rather than on facts or logical reasoning.
Synonyms
- Intuition
- Instinct
- Foreboding
- Hunch
