IPA: /ˈɪn.stɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/
KK: /ˈɪnstɪˌɡeɪtər/
Definition: A person who causes or encourages something to happen, often in a negative way, like starting trouble or conflict.
Example: The instigator of the protest was arrested for inciting violence.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪl/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪl/
Definition: To gradually introduce an idea, feeling, or quality into someone's mind or character.
Example: Teachers aim to instil a love of learning in their students.
Definition: To gradually introduce or teach something to someone, often values or ideas, so that it becomes a part of their thinking or behavior.
Example: Parents often try to instill good habits in their children from a young age.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪl.eɪ.ʃən/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪl eɪ ʃən/
Definition: The process of gradually introducing an idea, feeling, or quality into someone's mind or character.
Example: The teacher's instillation of confidence in her students helped them succeed.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪlmənt/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪlmənt/
Definition: The action of gradually teaching or introducing an idea, feeling, or quality to someone.
Example: The teacher's goal was the instillment of good values in her students.
IPA: /ˈɪn.stɪŋkt/
KK: /ˈɪnˌstɪŋkt/
Definition: A natural tendency or ability that is not learned but is inherent in a person or animal.
Example: Her instinct told her to be cautious in the unfamiliar situation.
Definition: A natural ability or urge to behave in a certain way, often without thinking about it. It is something that is built into an organism and helps it respond to its environment.
Example: Birds have a strong instinct to migrate when the seasons change.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪŋktɪv/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪŋktɪv/
Definition: Coming from a natural feeling or impulse without thinking about it; something that happens automatically or without conscious thought.
Example: Her instinctive reaction was to protect her child when she heard the loud noise.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪŋktɪvli/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪŋktɪvli/
Definition: In a way that is natural and automatic, without needing to think about it or learn it.
Example: She instinctively knew how to comfort her friend when he was sad.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪŋkʧuəl/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪŋkʧuəl/
Definition: Relating to natural feelings or behaviors that are not learned but are part of a person's or animal's nature.
Example: Her instinctual reaction was to protect her child from danger.
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪŋktʃuəli/
KK: /ɪnˈstɪŋktʃuəli/
Definition: In a way that is based on natural instincts or feelings rather than conscious thought.
Example: She instinctually knew how to comfort her friend in distress.
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