Insightful: meaning, definitions and examples
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insightful
[ ˈɪn.saɪt.fəl ]
in analyzing data
having or showing a deep understanding or insight; perceptive
Synonyms
discerning, penetrating, perceptive, perspicacious
Examples of usage
- Her insightful comments helped us better understand the situation.
- The report provided insightful analysis on consumer behavior.
in understanding people
having or showing an accurate and deep understanding; empathetic
Synonyms
empathetic, intuitive, sensitive, understanding
Examples of usage
- She has an insightful approach to counseling.
- The book offers insightful observations on human nature.
in business
the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding; wisdom
Synonyms
intuition, perception, understanding, wisdom
Examples of usage
- Her insightful leadership helped the company navigate through challenges.
- He demonstrated great insight in his decision-making.
Translations
Translations of the word "insightful" in other languages:
🇵🇹 perspicaz
🇮🇳 सूझबूझ भरा
🇩🇪 einsichtsvoll
🇮🇩 cerdas
🇺🇦 проникливий
🇵🇱 wnikliwy
🇯🇵 洞察力のある
🇫🇷 perspicace
🇪🇸 perspicaz
🇹🇷 anlayışlı
🇰🇷 통찰력 있는
🇸🇦 ثاقب
🇨🇿 pronikavý
🇸🇰 prenikavý
🇨🇳 有洞察力的
🇸🇮 pronicljiv
🇮🇸 innsæi
🇰🇿 салмақты
🇬🇪 გონივრული
🇦🇿 düşüncəli
🇲🇽 perspicaz
Word origin
The word 'insightful' originated from the combination of 'insight' and the suffix '-ful', which means 'full of'. 'Insight' itself comes from the Old English 'insīht', meaning 'faculty of sight, understanding'. The term has evolved over time to represent a deep understanding or perception in various contexts.
See also: insightfully, insightfulness.