POINT (OUT) Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

point (out)

verb

Definition of point (out)

as in to indicate

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Verb

While the original version of the show was criticized for excess changes, members of the new creative team, in their statements, indicate more fealty to the original.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 27 July 2026
The label should indicate whether the food is good for growth, for adult maintenance, or suitable for all ages.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 27 July 2026

Definition of indicate

Verb

The board is to vote Tuesday, with the outcome in little doubt as most members have signaled their support for the ban.

— Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 July 2026
This move signals a return to driving pleasure focused on lightness, balance, and affordability, contrasting with today's large electric SUVs.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Definition of signal

Verb

But when two students are interacting with one another, Pfefferkorn noted that implies some level of institutional responsibility.

— Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Jefferies initiated research coverage of the financial services company with a buy on Friday, setting a price target of $760, implying almost 22% upside from Monday’s close.

— Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 21 July 2026

Definition of imply

Verb

For many, the night signified more than the conclusion of an awards show.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Langley has also not signified her own personal politics, which is one of the only reliable ways a country artist can surpass the stereotypical coastal assumptions about their music.

— Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 27 July 2026

Definition of signify

Verb

Now the flex of having attended one of the listening parties in 25 cities across the globe can only be inferred from checking the date someone logged.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 24 July 2026
It was invented at a whiteboard, assumed from a handful of conversations, or inferred from the founder's own experience and never checked against the people supposed to feel it.

— Paul Evans, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of infer

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point (out)

point people

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