Meaning of the word pointed in English

What does pointed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pointed

US /ˈpɔɪn.t̬ɪd/

UK /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

having a sharpened or tapered tip or end

Example:

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The pencil had a very pointed tip.

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She wore shoes with pointed toes.

Synonym:

sharp tapered spiked

Antonym:

blunt rounded

(of a remark or look) directed at or referring to a particular person or thing, often in a critical or accusatory way

Example:

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He made a pointed comment about her tardiness.

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She gave him a pointed look, indicating her disapproval.

Synonym:

direct pointed explicit telling significant

Antonym:

vague general

past simple and past participle of point

Example:

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He pointed to the map to show us the way.

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The dog pointed at the bird in the bush.