Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
instinct
noun
/ˈɪn.stɪŋkt/
Definition
A natural or inherent impulse or tendency to act in a certain way, often without conscious reasoning.
Examples
- Birds have an instinct to migrate during the winter months.
- She followed her instinct and decided to trust her gut feeling.
- Instincts often guide animals in finding food and avoiding danger.
Meaning
Instinct refers to the innate ability of living beings to respond to stimuli or situations based on natural inclinations rather than learned behaviors.
Synonyms
- intuition
- instinctive response
- natural tendency
- innate behavior
