English Dictionary
Definition of “insight”
insight (ˈɪnˌsaɪt
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Definitions
noun
- the ability to perceive clearly or deeply; penetration
- a penetrating and often sudden understanding, as of a complex situation or problem
- psychology
- the capacity for understanding one's own or another's mental processes
- the immediate understanding of the significance of an event or action
- psychiatry the ability to understand one's own problems, sometimes used to distinguish between psychotic and neurotic disorders
Alternative Forms
ˈinˌsightful adjective
Synonyms
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perception,
understanding,
intelligence,
sense,
knowledge,
vision,
judgment,
awareness,
grasp,
appreciation,
intuition,
penetration,
comprehension,
acumen,
discernment,
perspicacity,
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understanding,
perception,
awareness,
experience,
description,
introduction,
observation,
judgment,
revelation,
comprehension,
intuitiveness,
Usage examples
He let his newly acquired information about art chum around in his mind, hoping for insight.
Wright, L R, Sleep While I Sing (1987)A visit to'Seductive Visions' is a lesson in helpful insight into this ambitious character.
Country Life (2004)In my view, even the lives and times of the most fascinating souls provide little insight into their creative endeavours.
Globe and Mail (2003)Game rabbit AYRSHIRE MP Brian Donohoe has just finished shadowing police officers over a number of weeks to gain insight into their duties.
Glasgow Herald (2001)We cloak our secrets to test the tenderness and insight of our confidant.
Michael Geary, MOON ASTROLOGY FOR LOVERS (2002)
