19 Dec 08
insightful :)
An English Language
Learner’s Word of the Day December 8 insight
Function: noun
Plural: insights
Meanings:
1 [noncount] : the ability to understand people and situations in a very clear way
Example:
<He is a leader of great insight.>
2 : an understanding of the true nature of something
Examples:
[noncount] <The author analyzes the problem with remarkable insight.>
[count] <I had a sudden insight.>
Note: This sense of insight is often followed by into.
Examples:
[noncount] <We need to gain insight into the politics of the region.>
[count] <Her book provides us with fresh new insights into the reasons for this behavior.>
~~ REVELATION!!! :)
