instinctively (인**스팅**크티블리) — in a way that is based on instinct rather than thought or training
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that is based on instinct rather than thought or training
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈstɪŋktɪvli/
Korean meaning: 본능적으로, 직감적으로
Korean pronunciation: 인**스팅**크티블리
Example Sentences
- I instinctively reached for my phone when I heard a notification, even though I was supposed to be digital detoxing.
- The cat instinctively knew which human would give it the most treats.
- Parents instinctively protect their children from danger.
instinctively
ADVERB//ɪnˈstɪŋktɪvli//
in a way that is based on instinct rather than thought or training
She instinctively grabbed the falling baby before her mind caught up.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'instinctus'(자극하다, 충동질하다)에서 유래되어, 생각보다는 내재된 충동에 의해 행동하는 것을 의미하게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“I instinctively reached for my phone when I heard a notification, even though I was supposed to be digital detoxing.”
“The cat instinctively knew which human would give it the most treats.”
“Parents instinctively protect their children from danger.”
“She instinctively ducked when she saw the frisbee flying toward her head.”
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