5 дней назад · in a way that is not thought about, planned, or developed by training: She knew instinctively that he was dangerous. Instinctively my hand reached for my phone.

by using instinct (= a natural quality that makes somebody/something behave in a particular way) rather than thought or training.

Instinctively definition: in a way that is innate, unlearned, or not under conscious control. See examples of INSTINCTIVELY used in a sentence.

prompted by or resulting from or as if from instinct; natural; unlearned: an instinctive will to survive. Synonyms: unpremeditated ...

a feeling that makes you do something or believe that something is true, even though it is not based on facts or reason

7 дней назад · 1. of, relating to, or being instinct 2. prompted by natural instinct or propensity : arising spontaneously an instinctive fear of innovation.

1. in a manner that is related to or prompted by instinct; naturally 2. in a manner that is conditioned so as to appear innate.

20 нояб. 2024 г. · Synonyms: blindly, indiscriminately, confusedly, aimlessly, at random, heedlessly, purposelessly, wildly.

There is one meaning in OED's entry for the adverb instinctively. See 'Meaning & use' for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.

Innately; by instinct; without being taught. Fish instinctively know how to swim; most humans don't.