learned behavior

Definitions

A behavior that an organism develops as a result of experience or practice rather than through innate instinct.

An action or response acquired through observation, conditioning, or social interaction throughout an individual's life.

Examples

Many experts argue that aggression in domestic animals is often a learned behavior rather than an innate trait.

The child's habit of saying please and thank you is a learned behavior reinforced by his parents' consistent encouragement.

Synonyms

acquired trait conditioned response nurture-based behavior socially transmitted habit

Antonyms

innate behavior instinctive action inborn trait hereditary reflex