Instinctive and Learned

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Instinctive adjective - Done instantly and without conscious thought or decision.

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Learned is an antonym for instinctive in topics: natural, reflex.

Learned adjective - Having or displaying advanced knowledge or education.

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Instinctive is an antonym for learned.

Nearby Words: learn, learning, learner, learnedly, learnt

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