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innate response

[/ɪˈneɪt rɪˈspɒns/]
nounpl: innate responses
resposta inata
1. A behavioral or physiological reaction that is present from birth or develops naturally without prior learning or experience
The baby's innate response to loud noises is to startle and cry.
A resposta inata do bebê a ruídos altos é se assustar e chorar.
2. In biology and psychology, an automatic reaction triggered by specific stimuli that is genetically programmed rather than learned
The fight-or-flight response is an innate response to perceived danger.
A resposta de luta ou fuga é uma resposta inata ao perigo percebido.
Synonyms
instinctive responsenatural responsereflexinborn responsebiological response
Antonyms
learned responseacquired responseconditioned response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta inata
Standard term used in academic and medical contexts
São Paulo
resposta inata
Commonly used in psychology and neuroscience discussions
Portugal
resposta inata
Standard Portuguese equivalent, also used in scientific literature

Related Idioms & Phrases

gut instinct
natural reaction
hardwired response
built-in reaction
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