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intuition

n. immediate insight or perception, as contrasted with conscious reasoning or reflection. Intuitions have been characterized alternatively as quasi-mystical experiences or as the products of instinct, feeling, minimal sense impressions, or unconscious forces. —intuit vb. —intuitive adj.

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December 3rd 2024

5-HTTLPR

5-HTTLPR

abbreviation for serotonin transporter–linked polymorphism region. See serotonin transporter.