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INSTINCT

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Instinct.

How to pronounce instinct:

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Instinct - as a noun

Inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli

Example: "The spawning instinct in salmon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inherent aptitude
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aptitude
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Instinct - as an adjective satellite

(followed by `with') deeply filled or permeated

Example: "Imbued with the spirit of the reformation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
imbuedreplete

Instinct - as an adjective

Imbued, charged (with something).

Example Sentences

"She followed her instincts and turned left."
"He had a strong instinct to protect his family."
"The baby knew by instinct how to find its mother's milk."
"His instinct told him that something was wrong."
"The bird's instinct guided it during migration."
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Word Game Points

Is INSTINCT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, instinct is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSTINCT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is INSTINCT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, instinct is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSTINCT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is INSTINCT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, instinct is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSTINCT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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