POINTED Synonyms: 114 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈpȯin-təd

Definition of pointed

as in tipped

tapering to a thin tip the sansevieria's long pointed leaves make it an easily recognized houseplant

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Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in relevant

having to do with the matter at hand he made a number of pointed remarks on the crisis abroad

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pointed

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verb

past tense of point

as in referred

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as in aimed

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Recent Examples of pointed

Adjective

She was joined in her celebration by Bullock, Williams, King and the crowd of fans, who were decked out in all kinds of witch attire, from those who donned the traditional pointed hats and black robes to those simply sporting Practical Magic tees. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Aug. 2026 Dress it up with block heels or slingback pointed-toe pumps or wear it during the day with a pair of classic ballet flats. — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026

Verb

According to the complaint, the man had his camera pointed at a child at one point. — Nick Lentz, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026 It feels pointed at this point. — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pointed

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pointed

Adjective

Workers want pay and benefits in line with what the union says is the new citywide standard, which is a minimum wage of $30 per hour for non-tipped workers by 2028, a 15-room daily quota for housekeeping workers, 18% banquet gratuity and more, the release says.

— Laura Fay, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Those who do appreciate that they are allowed to use them to help cover a wide variety of costs, whether that’s paying non-tipped staff like cooks and managers, buying raw materials or tackling health care premiums and credit card fees.

— Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 18 May 2026

Definition of tipped

Adjective

Analysts point out that these latest tariffs could deal a severe blow to Canada’s relevant export industries, erode market confidence, and drag down overall economic growth.

— , CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
Her responsibilities are to ensure strategic engagement with relevant stakeholders and develop partnerships with key organizations.

— María Luisa Martínez Díez, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of relevant

Verb

The transportation office referred inquiries to the superintendent's administrative assistant.

— Amanda Pitts, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
An administrative law judge referred a subpoena dispute to the full commission, reported on July 31, and the commissioners can take it up on August 12.

— Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of referred

Verb

Stefan Rittner, senior portfolio manager at Allianz Global Investors, said markets were more likely to accept measures that improve productivity, labor supply and long-term growth than spending aimed mainly at supporting consumption.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
That same year, Wolfram set out on an ambitious new direction in science aimed at understanding the origins of complexity in nature.

— Big Think, Big Think, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of aimed

Adjective

Yarmosky looks to have a go-to outfit formula, too, keeping things low-key and sharp with tailored pants and simple knits.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2026
That reshuffle opened the door for Amad, who shone on the right with a bustling performance, unsettling PSG with his sharp dribbling and laying on an assist for Mbeumo.

— Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of sharp

Adjective

The update, applicable to all Google Workspace and personal Gmail accounts, aims to enhance user awareness and prevent inadvertent information disclosures, safeguarding sensitive communications.

— Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
If so, please provide it and explain the applicable criteria.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of applicable

Verb

On matchdays, supporters are funnelled away from it — directed along longer routes, past new apartment blocks from the post-Olympic regeneration.

— Lee Clayton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
The representative directed the Statesman to Costco’s list of upcoming openings, which included multiple stores planned to open in August and one in October, but no mention of a Meridian store.

— Rose Evans August 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of directed

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