How to Pronounce "instinctive"
word
ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪv
in-STING-tiv
ɪnstˈɪŋktɪv
in-STING-tiv
Definition
If something is instinctive, it is done naturally, without thinking or planning, as a result of instinct.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪv
British English
ɪnstˈɪŋktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-STING-tiv
UK
in-STING-tiv
Listen in Context
Her instinctive reaction was to run away.
Babies have an instinctive need to suck.
Dogs show instinctive loyalty to their owners.
It was almost instinctive to grab my phone when I heard that noise.