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View synonyms for instinctively

instinctively

[ in-stingk-tiv-lee ]

adverb

  1. in a way that is innate, unlearned, or not under conscious control:

    A smiling mouth raises the pitch of the voice, which is instinctively perceived as less dominant and more approachable.

    My few friends were often unavailable for play, so I instinctively turned to the family dog.

  2. in a way that stems from natural insight or inclination; intuitively:

    The exhibits are intended to be used instinctively, and the instructions and explanations are easy to understand.



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  • half-in·stinc·tive·ly adverb
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  • non·in·stinc·tu·al·ly adverb
  • sem·i-in·stinc·tive·ly adverb
  • un·in·stinc·tive·ly adverb

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