Definition of pointed
1a : having a pointb : being an arch with a pointed crown; also : marked by the use of a pointed arch pointed architecture
2a : being to the point : pertinentb : 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
pointedly
adverbpointedness
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First Known Use of pointed
14th century
Origin and Etymology of pointed
short for appointed
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