insightful

adjective

in·​sight·​ful ˈin-ˌsīt-fəl How to pronounce insightful (audio) in-ˈsīt- How to pronounce insightful (audio)
: exhibiting or characterized by insight
insightful criticism
insightfully adverb

Examples of insightful in a Sentence

Her analysis of the problem was very insightful. a critical study featuring an insightful analysis of the novelist's recurring themes
Recent Examples on the Web Zhang’s preference is to present them to you in small moments and simple exchanges, with the idea that the oblique approach will eventually lead to what’s insightful — in this case, a brooding, middle-aged Beijing man’s acceptance of his unresolved past and possible future. Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2024 Furthermore, Culp's stewardship over GE's varied operations, especially its aviation branch, has endowed him with an insightful understanding of the aerospace sector's nuances and fine details. Jim Osman, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024 This change, advocates say, will produce more insightful statistics about differences in health care outcomes and socioeconomic disparities within the minimum categories. Hansi Lo Wang, NPR, 28 Mar. 2024 There was a very insightful paper just a few years earlier that laid out the distinctions using many interrelated questions with like 20 possible answers. Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024 With the combination of Rep Crockett's insightful perspectives and Spoutible's cutting-edge platform, attendees can anticipate a vibrant and enlightening experience. Charlotte Observer, 12 Feb. 2024 His insightful, admiring biography illuminates Marshall’s leadership qualities. Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 21 Mar. 2024 When insightful lyrics and powerful vocals flow over captivating melody, the vibration demands full attention — a luxury rarely found in the busyness of daily life. Ebony Flake, Essence, 18 Mar. 2024 Simone has a strong creative sense for film, which is extremely evident in both her insightful comments during class discussions about films and her work as a director of student film projects. Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of insightful was in 1907

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“Insightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insightful. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.

Medical Definition

insightful

adjective
in·​sight·​ful ˈin-ˌsīt-fəl How to pronounce insightful (audio) in-ˈ How to pronounce insightful (audio)
: exhibiting or characterized by insight
insightful behavior
insightfully adverb

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