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INSTINCTS

/ˈɪn.stɪŋkts/

9 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of INSTINCTS

noun

A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.

"Many animals fear fire by instinct."

noun

An intuitive reaction not based on rational conscious thought.

"Debbie's instinct was to distrust John."

Examples of INSTINCTS in a Sentence

  • "Many animals fear fire by instinct."
  • "Debbie's instinct was to distrust John."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
14
points

Is INSTINCTS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, INSTINCTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: INSTINCTS uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for INSTINCTS

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter instincts Total
Scrabble 111111311 11
WWF 121112411 14

How to Use INSTINCTS in Word Games

INSTINCTS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble INSTINCTS to find 51 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About INSTINCTS

What does INSTINCTS mean?
INSTINCTS is a noun. A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.
Is INSTINCTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, INSTINCTS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is INSTINCTS worth in Scrabble?
INSTINCTS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from INSTINCTS?
You can make 51 words from the letters in INSTINCTS. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.