instinctive
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for instinctive, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Coming naturally and automatically, without thinking it through.
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Antonyms
How to use instinctive
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instinctive reaction
instinctive fear
purely instinctive
Frequently asked questions
What does “instinctive” mean?
The word “instinctive” means coming naturally and automatically, without thinking it through. In plain terms, describes something you do without deliberate thought — it just happens.
How do you pronounce “instinctive”?
“Instinctive” is pronounced ihn-STIHNGK-tihv (/ɪnˈstɪŋktɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “instinctive” in a sentence?
Here is “instinctive” used in a sentence: “Flinching from a loud noise is an instinctive reaction.”
What part of speech is “instinctive”?
“Instinctive” is an adjective.
