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instinctively
[in-stingk-tiv-lee]
adverb
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.
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.
Other 51³Ō¹Ļ Forms
- half-instinctively adverb
- noninstinctively adverb
- noninstinctually adverb
- semi-instinctively adverb
- uninstinctively adverb
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of instinctively1
Example Sentences
China might not instinctively spring to mind when you think about the Arctic - but it's determined to be a big Arctic player.
Donald Trump understood that instinctively and he's giving them exactly what they always wanted.
She knows instinctively the right thing to do, the proper thing to do.
When itās that early, thereās no traffic, and your eye is instinctively drawn toward the mountains.
Like Terry earlier in the day, Harry instinctively threw his hand up, two fingers being shot off his right hand before Bird drove away.
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