finger-pointing

noun

fin·​ger-point·​ing ˈfiŋ-gər-ˌpȯin-tiŋ 

: the act of making explicit and often unfair accusations of blame

The finger-pointing began in the loser's campaign headquarters immediately after the election.

Examples of finger-pointing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As is often the case when companies displease their customers en masse, there’s lots of finger-pointing. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026

There’s no integration project waiting on the other side of the purchase order, no multi-vendor finger-pointing when performance falls short. — David Noy, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Some say finger-pointing brings no balm to the broken, that the occasion calls for a more elegant mourning that doesn’t complicate or traipse on the legacy of celebrated places, people, or traditions. — Karen Valby, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026

The two have clashed over outside spending on the race, with Wahls criticizing VoteVets spending on Turek's behalf and Turek finger-pointing at Wahls' past work with The Next 50, which promotes young Democratic candidates around the country. — Cooper Worth, Des Moines Register, 2 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for finger-pointing

• disappointing
• anointing
• appointing
• pinpointing
• jointing
• pointing