insight
word
/ˈɪnˌsaɪt/
IN-syt
/ˈɪnsaɪt/
IN-syt
Definition
A deep understanding of something, especially about why things happen or how someone feels. Also used to describe a clear or sudden understanding of a situation or problem.
Usage & Nuances
'Insight' is often used in formal, academic, or business contexts. Common phrases include 'gain insight into', 'provide insight', or 'valuable insight'. Distinct from 'foresight' (predicting the future) and 'overview' (general summary).
Spanish: perspectiva - comprensión profunda - visión (mental)Portuguese (BR): visão - compreensão profunda - discernimentoPortuguese (PT): discernimento - perceção profunda - compreensãoChinese (Simplified): 洞察力 - 深刻见解Chinese (Traditional): 洞察力 - 深刻見解Hindi: अंतर्दृष्टि - गहन समझArabic: بصيرة - فهم عميقBengali: অনুধাবন - অন্তর্দৃষ্টিRussian: проницательность - пониманиеJapanese: 洞察 - 洞察力Vietnamese: hiểu biết sâu sắc - sự thấu hiểuKorean: 통찰 - 통찰력Turkish: içgörü - kavrayışUrdu: فہم - بصیرتIndonesian: wawasan - pemahaman mendalam
Example Sentences
The teacher shared her insight about the poem.
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Her comment really gave me new insight on the problem.
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I'd love to hear your insight on this topic.
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His insight helped us avoid making a big mistake.
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She has a lot of insight into human behavior.
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His book gives insight into life in ancient times.
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