Crossword Genius

This thing is potentially revealing (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

insight

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'this thing is potentially revealing' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to thinking as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe you can see an association between them that I don't see?

'this thing is potentially revealing' is the wordplay.
'thing is' can be anagrammed to 'INSIGHT'.
But, I am not sure how this is indicated.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for insight that I've seen before include "Perspicacity" , "Clear or deep perception of a situation" , "Deep understanding" , "The ability to perceive the true nature of something" , "comprehension" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.