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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From the innovative offerings of the beauty community to insightful donation tips courtesy of local organizers, there is a wealth of information available for all those searching. Essence, 17 Jan. 2025 But most insightful of all is the role played by that show's host, Christopher Walken. Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025 Below are tasting notes on these rums and insightful commentary from Ian Burrell, an IWSC’s Spirits Judging Committee member and Chair of its Rum Panel on current rum industry trends. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 However, the Gemini moon on Jan. 11 adds an insightful element from its astrological connection to visionary Neptune. Lisa Stardust, People.com, 11 Jan. 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 20 Jan. 2025.

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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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