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
• indices
• indexes
• hands
• gauges
• gages
• 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