pointy

adjective

ˈpȯin-tē 

pointier; pointiest

1

: coming to a rather sharp point

2

: having parts that stick out sharply here and there

Synonyms of pointy

• pointed
• sharp
• barbed

Examples of pointy in a Sentence

wears high heels with very pointy toes even though they kill her feet

Recent Examples on the Web

Sunstar® Pentas Tiny clusters of flowers with pointy leaves provide the perfect textural accent for your Mother’s Day bouquet. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026

Tape the two triangular sections to the bottom of the sail, taping the base of the triangles (non-pointy ends) to the sail on both sides. —Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026

The Justice Air 4 Pro is a black Batman mask with white eyes and pointy ears, and the Chaos Air 4 Pro is a white Joker face with yellow eyes, green eyebrows, and the tips of red lips. —Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026

For more of a statement finish, Clooney also accessorized the look with gold pieces, such as a Begum Khan clutch and pointy metallic pumps. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing pointy

• pointy-head

Kids Definition

pointy

adjective

ˈpȯin-tē 

pointier; pointiest

1

: coming to a rather sharp point

2

: having parts that stick out sharply here and there