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
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With its mix of comedy, romance and a heartfelt message, The DUFF stands alongside Mean Girls as a fun, insightful teen comedy that resonates with anyone who’s ever felt out of place. Jane Lacroix, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024 In dynamic areas such as science and medicine, moderation should be transparent because fact-checkers have mistaken legitimate minority opinion and insightful dissent for misinformation. F.d. Flam, The Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2024 The dream version of Paul draws an insightful contrast between their respective relationships with their patients: Jimmy would come undone if one of his patients didn’t turn out okay, while Paul can separate himself. Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2024 Another insightful observation involved an old shoe. Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for insightful 

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

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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 24 Nov. 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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