insightful
ihn-SYT-fl
Insightful (adjective) means showing a clear, perceptive understanding of something. Example: “She asked an insightful question that got the whole room thinking.”
adjective
1
Showing a clear, perceptive understanding of something.
"She asked an insightful question that got the whole room thinking."
"His insightful comments on the essay helped her rewrite the ending."
How to use insightful
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes a comment, person, or piece of writing that shows real understanding.
Common pairings
insightful comment
insightful analysis
deeply insightful
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more insightful
- Superlative
- most insightful
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Etymology
A modern formation from insight + -ful.
Rhymes for insightful
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What does “insightful” mean?
The word “insightful” means showing a clear, perceptive understanding of something. In plain terms, describes a comment, person, or piece of writing that shows real understanding.
How do you pronounce “insightful”?
“Insightful” is pronounced ihn-SYT-fl (/ɪnˈsaɪt.f(ə)l/ in IPA).
How do you use “insightful” in a sentence?
Here is “insightful” used in a sentence: “She asked an insightful question that got the whole room thinking.”
What part of speech is “insightful”?
“Insightful” is an adjective.
Is “insightful” a common word?
“Insightful” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
