instinctとは 意味・定義・例文
Noun 名詞
1. (an instance of) the natural tendency to behave or react in a particular way without reasoning or training; innate behavior
本能, 本能的行動
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
本能, 直感, 本能的衝動
follow one's instincts My first instinct was to say no.
3. a natural ability or skill; aptitude
素質, 才能
He has an instinct for sound.