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Instinct

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Definition

Instinct is a natural ability that helps animals and humans survive. It is a behavior that is not learned but is automatic.

Synonyms & similar words

replete inherentaptitude nature intuition urge impulse inclination tendency drive desire hunch innate inherent intrinsic automatic spontaneous unconscious reflex instinctive instinctual

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