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

The arrangement requires less of a departure from familiar hardware than a vertical mouse, a trackball, or a roller-bar-style pointer. — Sascha Brodsky, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026

Canada made a layup that trimmed Atlanta's deficit to 41-36 at halftime and Gray capped a 7-0 spurt to open the third with a 3-pointer that gave the Dream their first lead since the opening minute. — ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026

His social media generally showcases his travels, his work and his adorable German short-haired pointer named Axel. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Tap your pointer finger and thumb together, and an app opens. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026