as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a critical study featuring an insightful analysis of the novelist's recurring themes
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Recent Examples of insightful
Che’s bit is a very funny, insightful, expertly performed, and remarkably not preachy take on a weighty, distressing subject.
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John Roy, Vulture, 3 July 2025
Intellectual curiosity within the classroom and keen and insightful participation in classroom discussions are also cited.
—Caroline Beck, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
But the juxtapositions have become more insightful.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
What was once the bustling hub for Biltmore Industries' weaving and woodworking is now a captivating arts and crafts village, providing an insightful look into Asheville's rich history.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
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John Roy, Vulture, 3 July 2025
Intellectual curiosity within the classroom and keen and insightful participation in classroom discussions are also cited.
—Caroline Beck, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
But the juxtapositions have become more insightful.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
What was once the bustling hub for Biltmore Industries' weaving and woodworking is now a captivating arts and crafts village, providing an insightful look into Asheville's rich history.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insightful
Adjective
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In hindsight that decision may not have been the wisest.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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Demonstrating a talent for working in fluent french peppered with a british accent, the actor delivers one of his most indelible acting turns as the sly, wry, and wise business mogul-turned- butler who finds new purpose in life working on the other side of the fence.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Adding another inside linebacker or two would be prudent, and Michigan has players on the board who could fill that need.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Further, the company has been prudent in allocating its resources towards innovation and marketing focused on its flagship product, unlike big conglomerates who despite having deep pockets are unable to focus on a particular niche.—
Ankita Dhawan,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Mute since birth, Henry is intelligent, perceptive, and humorous, relying on his siblings as his intermediaries to help navigate the world.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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Yet this stark look at inner-city life found his perceptive powers, while darker, to be as deep as ever.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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“Insightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insightful. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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