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
Recent Examples on the Web
De Waal is really insightful, and his writing is just beautiful.
—
The New Yorker, New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2026
Modern Disney Baby Names These modern Disney favorites are unique and insightful.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 6 Apr. 2026
Her professional background as a child and family therapist, and her passion for offering support to families gives her a uniquely insightful perspective on the intersection of mental health, relationships and education.
—Beth Collums, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Scout seems insightful, based on its response to a question posed by The Associated Press about why one of Silicon Valley’s brightest stars faded away a decade ago.
—Michael Liedtke, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for insightful
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
The New Yorker, New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2026
Modern Disney Baby Names These modern Disney favorites are unique and insightful.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 6 Apr. 2026
Her professional background as a child and family therapist, and her passion for offering support to families gives her a uniquely insightful perspective on the intersection of mental health, relationships and education.
—Beth Collums, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Scout seems insightful, based on its response to a question posed by The Associated Press about why one of Silicon Valley’s brightest stars faded away a decade ago.
—Michael Liedtke, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for insightful
Cite this Entry
“Insightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insightful. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationMedical Definition
insightful
adjective
in·sight·ful
ˈin-ˌsīt-fəl
in-ˈ
in-ˈ
: exhibiting or characterized by insight
insightful behavior
insightfully
adverb
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
