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insight

/ˈɪn.saɪt/
in · sight
Adverb:insightfully
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Plural:insights
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Adjective:insightful
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insight Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The capacity to gain an accurate and deep intuitive understanding of a person, thing, or situation.

Example

"Her years of clinical experience gave her remarkable insight into human behavior."

2

A specific instance of deep understanding, realization, or illuminating discovery about a complex subject.

Example

"The historian's new book offers valuable insights into the economic causes of the revolution."

3

In psychiatry and psychology, a patient's awareness and understanding of their own mental condition, motivations, or illness.

Example

"During therapy, the patient gradually developed greater insight into the root causes of his anxiety."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'insight' (a noun meaning deep understanding) with the homophone 'incite' (a verb meaning to stir up or provoke).

• Nearby Words

insidery
insidious
insidiously
insight
insightful
insightfully
insightfulness

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating back to Middle English 'insiht' around 1200, this compound of 'in' and 'sight' originally meant 'internal sight' or vision with the eyes of the mind.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Insight. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/insight
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