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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Unfortunately, the juggling of storylines ends up being more schematic than insightful.
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Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Coniglio also serves as caretaker of the schoolhouse and offers insightful historical lectures and demonstrations throughout the year at the building.
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Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
The conversation was honest, insightful and deeply impactful.
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Dr. Sharon H. Porter,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
His character could so easily be a punchline, but Norton's unique talent for melding smarmy with sweet turns a surprisingly tender monologue into something also genuinely insightful.
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24 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Coniglio also serves as caretaker of the schoolhouse and offers insightful historical lectures and demonstrations throughout the year at the building.
—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
The conversation was honest, insightful and deeply impactful.
—
Dr. Sharon H. Porter,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
His character could so easily be a punchline, but Norton's unique talent for melding smarmy with sweet turns a surprisingly tender monologue into something also genuinely insightful.
—
ABC News,
24 June 2026
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 2 Jul. 2026.
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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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