insightnoun [ C or U ]
uk/ˈɪn.saɪt/us/ˈɪn.saɪt/C1 (the ability to have) a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation:
It was an interesting book, full of fascinating insights into human relationships.
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- The documentary offers an insight into the everyday lives of millions of ordinary Russian citizens.
- The fight for the leadership gave a fascinating insight into the group's dynamics.
- Her books are full of perceptive insights into the human condition.
- His book offers some fresh insights into the events leading up to the war.
- The research affords a new insight into the origins of the universe.
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Intelligence
- acuity
- acumen
- agile
- apt
- artful
- as (if) to the manner born idiom
- brilliance
- gumption
- highbrow
- horse sense
- imaginative
- ingenious
- profound
- quick-witted
- razor-sharp
- ready
- resource
- resourceful
- resourcefulness
- scholarly
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Knowledge and awareness
insightful
adjective uk/ˈɪn.saɪt.fəl/us/ˈɪn.saɪt.fəl/approving
She has written an insightful account of the modern art world.