instinctive

CEFRC1

/ɪnˈstɪŋktɪv/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Done naturally, without conscious thought or planning.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Driven by impulse, spontaneous and without thinking.

Examples

  • All forms of life have an instinctive urge to survive.

  • Drone racing is a high-speed sport demanding instinctive reflexes.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Related to or prompted by instinct.

More examples

In context

  • When approached by a stranger, Jared clenched his fists in an instinctive manner.

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

The soldier's immediate blank response to the attack saved his life.

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Origin

adjective

From instinct + -ive.