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Instinctive Meaning in English

word

ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪv
in-STING-tiv
ɪnstˈɪŋktɪv
in-STING-tiv

التعريف

If something is instinctive, it is done naturally, without thinking or planning, as a result of instinct.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Often describes actions, feelings, or reactions that happen automatically. Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly paired with 'reaction', 'response', or 'behavior' (e.g., 'an instinctive reaction'). Can be confused with 'intuitive', but 'instinctive' is more about basic, natural impulse.

جمل نموذجية

Her instinctive reaction was to run away.

basic

Babies have an instinctive need to suck.

basic

Dogs show instinctive loyalty to their owners.

basic

It was almost instinctive to grab my phone when I heard that noise.

natural

He gave an instinctive nod without really thinking about it.

natural

Some people have an instinctive sense of direction.

natural