adverb
- in a way that is based on instinct rather than conscious reasoning
Examples
- She instinctually knew something was wrong when she entered the empty house.
- The mother bird instinctually protects her young from predators.
- He instinctually reached for his phone when he heard the notification sound.
- Children instinctually learn language without formal instruction.
- The athlete instinctually ducked to avoid the flying ball.
- Dogs instinctually form pack hierarchies when living together.