INSTINCTS
/ˈɪn.stɪŋkts/
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of INSTINCTS
A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.
"Many animals fear fire by instinct."
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
Is INSTINCTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, INSTINCTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | i | n | s | t | i | n | c | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in INSTINCTS
51 words from the letters in INSTINCTS
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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.