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insightful

/ɪnˈsaɪt.f(ə)l/adjective

Showing a deep and clear understanding of something.

Example sentences

  • “Her brief but insightful comments changed the whole discussion.”
  • “The book is full of insightful observations about modern family life.”

A favorite of performance reviews and book blurbs. 'Perceptive' is a slightly older synonym.

Synonyms for insightful

Antonyms

  • superficial
  • shallow

Find it in: Positive words, Words to describe a person.

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