INSTINCT
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Instinct.
How to pronounce instinct:
US
Instinct - as a noun
Inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
Example: "The spawning instinct in salmon"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inherent aptitudeHypernyms (Closely Related)
aptitude11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Instinct - as an adjective satellite
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."
Word Game Points
Is INSTINCT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, instinct is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordINSTINCT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is INSTINCT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, instinct is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINSTINCT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
