POINTING (UP) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

pointing (up)

verb

present participle of point (up)

as in highlighting

to indicate the importance of by centering attention on pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them

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Rather than focusing first on science, the video opens with genuine reactions from eclipse observers, highlighting an experience that many describe as life-changing.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Chef—the character is nameless, and seemingly unknowable—is a mentor and a foil to Tony, his lined face and graying beard highlighting Tony’s youth, his composure framing Tony’s jittery ambition.

— Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of highlighting

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Some brands are incorporating ingredients marketed to support cognition, gut health, or recovery, while others are emphasizing simpler ingredient lists or organic sourcing.

— Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Through different bodies, through different personalities, the tournament kept emphasizing the same point.

— Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of emphasizing

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Physicians are alarmed, stressing that FDA licensing is crucial for guiding patients, as this decision risks confusing consumers about regulated versus unregulated treatments.

— Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
My doctor is really stressing weight training using heavier weights for me.

— Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of stressing

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As of Wednesday, July 29, seasonal options included lemonade sorbet, pina colada ice cream and Field of Dreams ice cream, featuring beer, butterscotch and peanuts.

— Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026
The resulting, room-sized artwork engulfed visitors in a swirling fantasia featuring bouncing balls, morphing nets and slow-motion action shots of Messi.

— Chloe Veltman, NPR, 29 July 2026

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pointing (toward)

pointing (up)

pointless

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