Synonyms of pointers

pointers

noun

plural of pointer

1

as in indicators

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

• indicators
• needles
• indexes
• hands
• gauges
• dials
• faces

2

as in tips

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

• tips
• advice
• recommendations
• suggestions
• instructions
• hints
• observations
• guidance
• feedback
• directions
• leads
• signs
• signals
• warnings
• clues
• solutions
• reminders
• assistances
• counsel
• advisements
• answers
• briefs
• prompts
• tip-offs
• telltales
• cautions
• urgings

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pointers

Johnson scored 13 points and made three 3-pointers in the first quarter to help Seattle to a 20-15 lead. — ABC News, 7 July 2026

Conwell made all four of his free throws, including two after missed three pointers. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 4 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

And his fit with what the Celtics love to do, which is shoot 3-pointers, is an immaculate one. — Tony Jones, New York Times, 2 July 2026

For both founders, the swap was less about replacing each other and more about learning from each other's businesses, uncovering operational blind spotsblind spots and offering pointers. — Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Fricks was the only player in the NCAA last season with over 50 dunks and 50 made 3-pointers, and Wrightsell shot 43% on nearly eight attempts per game from beyond the arc in SEC games in 2025-26. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026

Kayla McBride scored 17 points and made four 3-pointers, and Courtney Williams added 12 points for the Lynx. — CBS News, 28 June 2026