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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The drunken revelations between Vanya and the doctor are among the most insightful moments in the show. Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 21 Feb. 2025 Both options include overnight stays at The Inn and include fun bonuses such as film screenings, evening cocktails, and insightful lectures. Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2025 Looking ahead, Garry plans to continue to inspire thousands more people with his transformative keynote speeches and insightful books. Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025 But Nothingness proves to be an insightful making-of about a movie masterpiece, offering up a 90-minute preview of what’s in store for the next nine hours. Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Feb. 2025 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 3 Mar. 2025.

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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