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insightful

Adjective

IPA /ɪnˈsaɪtfl/

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Showing a deep, clear understanding of people or situations, often by explaining something that others have not noticed.

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insightful/ɪnˈsaɪtfl/

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An insightful comment shows a deep understanding of a situation.

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insightful — Showing a deep, clear understanding of people or situations, often by explaining something that others have not noticed.

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Showing a deep, clear understanding of people or situations, often by explaining something that others have not noticed.

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Word origin

Formed from insight and the adjective ending -ful.

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Common combinations include insightful analysis, insightful comments and insightful observations.

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