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 or group
3
: conspicuous, marked
pointed indifference
4
: having points that contrast in color with the basic coat color
a pointed cat
pointedly
adverb
pointedness
noun
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
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
But after another postseason disappointment and some pointed comments from the lead executive, the Phillies might be looking around for a trade partner for the face of their franchise.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Style it with work pants and pointed-toe boots for an easy, office-ready outfit, or wear it with jeans and sneakers when heading out on brisk fall days.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
This heel features a breathable mesh upper, a pointed-toe silhouette and a tonal suede stiletto heel measuring nearly four inches.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
But after another postseason disappointment and some pointed comments from the lead executive, the Phillies might be looking around for a trade partner for the face of their franchise.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Style it with work pants and pointed-toe boots for an easy, office-ready outfit, or wear it with jeans and sneakers when heading out on brisk fall days.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pointed
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“Pointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointed. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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