: an understanding of the true nature of something [noncount] The author analyzes the problem with remarkable insight. — often + into We need to gain insight into the politics of the region. [count] I had a sudden insight. Her book provides us with fresh new insights into this behavior.

The documentary offers an insight into the everyday lives of millions of ordinary Russian citizens. The fight for the leadership gave a fascinating insight into the group's dynamics. Her books are full of perceptive insights into the human condition. His book offers some fresh insights into the events leading up to the war.

Examples of insight learning include coming to a realization when walking in the woods, coming to a sudden moment of clarity during an experiment, or overcoming a threshold concept in mathematics.

Examples of insight in a Sentence … I had a big insight and a little insight about the book. Rust Hills, Esquire, April 1973 … realizing this gave me no insight into how to correct it. Bartley McSwine, Change, May–June 1971 … might well offer fresh insights as to the character and extent of the social adaptation involved.