Definitions for: Insight

[n] grasping the inner nature of things intuitively
[n] clear or deep perception of a situation
[n] the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation
[n] a feeling of understanding

Webster (1913) Definition: In"sight`, n.
1. A sight or view of the interior of anything; a deep
inspection or view; introspection; -- frequently used with
into.

He had an insight into almost all the secrets of
state. --Jortin.

2. Power of acute observation and deduction; penetration;
discernment; perception.

Quickest insight In all things that to greatest
actions lead. --Milton.

Synonyms: brainstorm, brainwave, penetration, perceptiveness, perceptivity, sixth sense

See Also: apprehension, breakthrough, discernment, discovery, find, flash, intuition, light, perception, revelation, savvy, sensibility, understanding

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