Synonyms for insight

Grammar : Noun

Spell : in-sahyt

Phonetic Transcription : ˈɪnˌsaɪt

Top 10 synonyms for insight

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Définition of insight

Origin : c.1200, innsihht, "sight with the eyes of the mind," mental vision, understanding," from in + sight. Sense shaded into "penetrating understanding into character or hidden nature" (1580s).

noun intuitiveness, awareness

Example sentences :

With the insight of a kindred temperament he pronounced his verdict.
Extract from : « The Secret Agent » by Joseph Conrad

He is remarkable for insight to the character of all with whom he has to do.
Extract from : « Cleveland Past and Present » by Maurice Joblin

But which was by nature and in fact the superior, no one with the least insight could have doubted.
Extract from : « Heather and Snow » by George MacDonald

We forgive his insight, because there is nothing in it Pharisaical.
Extract from : « A Writer's Recollections (In Two Volumes), Volume II » by Mrs. Humphry Ward

There is a directness of aim in virtue which gives an insight into vice.
Extract from : « The Republic » by Plato

The power depends on the depth of the artist's insight of that object he contemplates.
Extract from : « Essays, First Series » by Ralph Waldo Emerson

No one can read his writings without acquiring an insight into life.
Extract from : « Sophist » by Plato

The same want of insight is apparent in his judgments about art.
Extract from : « Laws » by Plato

For Philip's insight, or perhaps his opportunities, had not been equal to Miss Abbott's.
Extract from : « Where Angels Fear to Tread » by E. M. Forster

But every insight from this realm of thought is felt as initial, and promises a sequel.
Extract from : « Essays, Second Series » by Ralph Waldo Emerson

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