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insight

noun/ˈɪnsaɪt/

definition

the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of something

example

Her deep insight into human psychology allowed her to resolve conflicts effectively.

synonyms
understandingperceptionawareness
word origin — Middle English from in- 'in' + sight

IELTS Vocabulary — Set 172

Set 172 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 5 words: insight, ally, profitability, bribe, accuracy. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. insight · noun/ˈɪnsaɪt/

    the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of something

    Her deep insight into human psychology allowed her to resolve conflicts effectively.

    Synonyms: understanding, perception, awareness

    Origin: Middle English from in- 'in' + sight

  2. ally · noun/ˈælaɪ/

    a person or group that provides support or assistance to another person or group

    During the campaign, she found an ally in the local community who helped amplify her message.

    Synonyms: friend, supporter, partner

    Origin: Middle English: from Old French 'alié', from Latin 'aliatus', past participle of 'aliāre', meaning 'to bind to' or 'to unite'

  3. profitability · noun/ˌprɑːfɪtəˈbɪlɪti/

    the ability of a business or investment to generate earnings compared to its expenses over a specific period

    The company's profitability has increased significantly due to cost-cutting measures and improved sales strategies.

    Synonyms: profit, profitability, gain

    Origin: The word 'profitability' originates from the noun 'profit,' which comes from the Old French 'profit,' derived from the Latin 'profitare,' meaning 'to make progress, benefit.'

  4. bribe · noun/braɪb/

    something given or promised to someone in order to influence their actions or decisions

    The contractor was caught offering a bribe to the city officials to secure the building permit.

    Synonyms: kickback, inducement, payoff

    Origin: The word 'bribe' comes from the Middle English 'bribe' meaning 'to take as a gift or fee', likely derived from the Old French 'bribe' meaning 'a piece of bread' or 'morsel', which suggested a small gift or offering.

  5. accuracy · noun/ˈækjərəsi/

    the quality or state of being correct or precise

    The accuracy of the data collected in the experiment was crucial for drawing valid conclusions.

    Synonyms: exactness, precision, correctness

    Origin: From Latin 'accuratia', from 'accuratus' meaning 'carefully done'.