pointed

¹point·ed

adj \ˈpȯin-təd\

Definition of POINTED

1

a : having a point b : being an arch with a pointed crown; also : marked by the use of a pointed arch <pointed architecture>

2

a : being to the point : pertinent b : aimed at a particular person or group

3

: conspicuous, marked <pointed indifference>

4

: having points that contrast in color with the basic coat color <a pointed cat>

— point·ed·ly adverb

— point·ed·ness noun

First Known Use of POINTED

14th century

Rhymes with POINTED

jointed