pointed

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adjective (1)

point·​ed ˈpȯin-təd 

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, group, or thing

made a pointed remark

3

: conspicuous, marked

pointed indifference

4

: having points that contrast in color with the basic coat color

a pointed cat

pointedly adverb

pointedness noun

pointed

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adjective (2)

obsolete

: set, fixed

pointed

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past tense and past participle of point entry 2

Synonyms of pointed

Adjective (1)

• tipped
• sharp
• barbed
• peaked
• jagged

Examples of pointed in a Sentence

Adjective (1)

the sansevieria's long pointed leaves make it an easily recognized houseplant

he made a number of pointed remarks on the crisis abroad

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The shoes also featured a sharp pointed toe that is covered by a distinct metallic silver cap toe, giving the shoes a bit of a Western edge. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

The 51-year-old actress accessorized the simple look with black pointed-toe heels. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 3 Nov. 2026

There’s even a pair of pointed-toe flats in royal purple from Gianvito Rossi. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026

The home’s pointed arches, organic geometries, and natural materials were inspired by the earth and the sea. — Francesca Longoni, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective (2)

short for appointed

First Known Use

Adjective (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Adjective (2)

1523, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pointed

• jointed
• anointed
• appointed
• disjointed
• pinpointed
• disappointed
• reappointed

Kids Definition

pointed

adjective

point·​ed

ˈpȯint-əd

1

: having a point

2

a

: being to the point : pertinent

b

: aimed at a particular person or group

pointed remarks

pointedly adverb

pointedness noun