instinct

/ˈɪn.stɪŋkt/

noun

  1. 1

    A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.

    Many animals fear fire by instinct.
  2. 2

    An intuitive reaction not based on rational conscious thought.

    Debbie's instinct was to distrust John.

adjective

  1. 1

    Imbued, charged (with something).

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