insightful
adjective
in·sight·ful
ˈin-ˌsīt-fəl 
in-ˈsīt-
in-ˈsīt-
: 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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Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 21 Sep. 2025
Sentimental Value won the Grand Prix at Cannes in May, and may be Trier’s most insightful work yet.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2025
There are insightful techniques involved.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Soccer stars aren’t known for their willingness to wade into politics, but Zvonimir Boban, a wonderful player who also happens to have a degree in history, gave us an honest and insightful interview.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for insightful
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“Insightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insightful. Accessed 25 Sep. 2025.
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insightful
adjective
in·sight·ful
ˈin-ˌsīt-fəl
in-ˈ
in-ˈ
: exhibiting or characterized by insight
insightful behavior
insightfully
adverb
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