Synonyms of pointer

pointer

noun

ˈpȯin-tər 

1

as in needle

an arrow-shaped piece on a dial or scale for registering information

the pointer on my bathroom scale must be stuck—I know I lost weight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• needle
• indicator
• index
• hand
• gauge
• dial
• face

2

as in tip

a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert

the instructor gave me a few pointers but otherwise let me do the cooking by myself

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tip
• advice
• instruction
• suggestion
• recommendation
• hint
• direction
• lead
• assistance
• signal
• feedback
• sign
• guidance
• warning
• observation
• reminder
• clue
• solution
• answer
• advisement
• counsel
• brief
• prompt
• tip-off
• telltale
• cautioning
• caution
• urging

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pointer

Early in the first quarter, Stirtz highlighted his off-ball repertoire and spatial awareness in drifting to the left wing for an open 3-pointer — his first of two makes Saturday. — Latif Love, Kansas City Star, 5 July 2026

Seattle is led by Dominique Malonga, a 6-foot-6 second-year center, who routinely dunks in pregame warmups and has made a 3-pointer in nine of the 14 games she’s played in this season. — John W. Davis, Oc Register, 5 July 2026

In the end, Conwell closed with 21 points, shooting 3 of 7 on 3-pointers and 4 of 4 from the line. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026

Jones also rebounded from his making his next 3-pointer, his only points of the game. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 4 July 2026