Definitions

1. noun

a natural or innate tendency or ability to respond or behave in a particular way, especially in relation to the environment or to other people.

“She trusted her instincts and decided not to take the job offer.”

2. noun

a feeling or impression about something, especially one that is based on subconscious patterns of association or instinctive feeling.

“He had a bad instinct about the new restaurant and decided not to go.”

3. noun

a natural or inherited ability or talent.

“He had a strong instinct for music and became a skilled musician at a young age.”

4. verb

to guide or direct something or someone by instinct.

“The doctor instincted her patient to follow a special diet.”