Meaning of instinct in English
1. (an instance of) the natural tendency to behave or react in a particular way without reasoning or training; innate behavior
Animal act on instinct.
Birds build their nests by instinct.
Spiders spin webs by instinct.
We have an instinct for survival.
2. a powerful impulse that feels natural rather than reasoned
follow one's instincts
My first instinct was to say no.
3. a natural ability or skill; aptitude
He has an instinct for sound.