CEFR C1

instinctively

adverb

Meaning

Innately; by instinct; without being taught. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.

Examples

  • Fish instinctively know how to swim; most humans don't.

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈstɪŋktɪvli/

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