instinct

An inborn pattern of behavior that is characteristic of a species and is often a response to specific environmental stimuli.

A powerful motivation or impulse.

An innate capability or aptitude.

Deeply filled or imbued.

Impelled from within.

Urged or animated from within; moved inwardly; infused or filled with some active principle: followed by with.

To impress as by an animating influence; communicate as an instinct.

A special innate propensity, in any organized being, but more especially in the lower animals, producing effects which appear to be those of reason and knowledge, but which transcend the general intelligence or experience of the creature; the sagacity of brutes.

Natural intuitive power; innate power of perception or intuition.