pointed 1 of 2

adjective

ˈpȯin-təd How to pronounce pointed (audio)
Definition of pointednext
1
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

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2
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

2 of 2

verb

past tense of point
1
as in referred

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2
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
  1. tipped
  2. relevant
  3. referred
  4. aimed
  5. sharp
  6. applicable
  7. mentioned
  8. directed
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
  • Only when these three defenses fail does asset protection planning become relevant, safeguarding assets as a last resort.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • This flexibility is particularly relevant for unmanned and specialized maritime systems, where requirements can change quickly and production may need to adapt to specific operational needs.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 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
  • Guard units are also serving across Africa and regularly participate in major exercises in the Pacific aimed at preparing for a potential conflict with China.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The backlash is usually predictable, every wave of visible mobility aid use brings accusations of exaggeration and attention-seeking, aimed almost entirely at young women.
    — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 10 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
  • As mentioned in recent observations, cornerback and linebacker remain difficult to gauge with the injury list growing at those respective positions.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2026
  • This was not the first time Gerber has mentioned fan fiction.
    — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of mentioned
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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