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Insight Definition & Meaning

insight
noun
  1. clear or deep perception of a situation
  2. a feeling of understanding
  3. the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation
  4. grasping the inner nature of things intuitively

"Insight" in song lyrics

See how insight is used in real songs:

  • "Who be a alike, that's a little insight"
    Afu-Ra — Readjustment
  • "By God, the true and living given insight"
    Akbar — Those Who Say
  • "Developed insight"
    Apathy f/ Rise — Brothers on the Slide Freestyle

Usage tips for "insight"

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Frequently asked questions

What does insight mean?
clear or deep perception of a situation a feeling of understanding the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation grasping the inner nature of things intuitively
What part of speech is insight?
Insight is a noun.
How many definitions does insight have?
Insight has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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