pointy

adjective

ˈpȯin-tē 

pointier; pointiest

1

: coming to a rather sharp point

2

: having parts that stick out sharply here and there

Synonyms

• peaked
• pointed
• sharp
• spired
• tipped

Examples of pointy in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Tall, arch Electra, the electric train, promises to add very welcome camp into the proceedings but Tim Pigram is stymied because although his unexpectedly pointy inflatable costume (by Gabriella Slade) gets laughs, his dialogue falls short of the queeny promise. —David Benedict, Variety, 30 June 2024

Whether your pup's ears are pointy or floppy, here's how to keep them squeaky clean. —Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 3 June 2024

Celebrate poky, pointy sea creatures at Mendocino’s Urchin Fest Is California the worst state for fast food operators? —Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 9 June 2024

Between flashbacks and pointy love triangles, Louis and another vampire, Armand, take a seat on the interview couch for journalist Daniel’s questioning. —Emily Maskell, Vulture, 3 June 2024

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