Simple meaning
What does Instinct mean?
Instinct is a natural behavior.
Dictionary definition
Instinct means a natural way an animal or person acts without being taught.
Example sentences
Instinct in a sentence
easy
In science class, we learned what instinct means.
medium
The reading passage used instinct to explain a life science idea clearly.
hard
During a school project, using instinct correctly made our biology description more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Instinct
natural behaviorRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
built-in responseRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
inner driveRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
learned behaviorHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
trainingHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
Word family
Instinct word family
Base word
instinct
noun
instinct
Base form.
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What does instinct mean?
Instinct means instinct is a natural behavior.
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