instincts Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition plural noun. natural feelings or abilities to act in certain ways. Example Sentence The dog had maternal instincts for her puppies. More Example Sentences She follows her instincts when making choices. Synonyms intuition; gut feeling; nature Antonyms learned; unnatural Hear It! Say It! Write It! instincts Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: