POINTS Synonyms: 318 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of point

as in moments

a particular and often important moment in time it was at that point that I had to stop and check on the experiment

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as in tips

the last and usually sharp or tapering part of something long and narrow be careful with the point on that umbrella, or you could hurt someone

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as in verges

an interval of time just before the onset of something was at the point of accepting the new job when he realized he didn't want to leave his old one

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as in items

a separate part in a list, account, or series went down the list point by point

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as in facts

a single piece of information two points that are important to remember

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as in dots

a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part the little points of gold in the blue ceiling are supposed to represent stars

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as in peninsulas

an area of high ground jutting out into a body of water beyond the line of the coast the racing yacht rounded the point far ahead of its closest rival

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as in capes

an area of land that juts out into a body of water Point Reyes, California

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as in stages

an individual part of a process, series, or ranking at this point in your life, you should already be saving for retirement

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as in features

something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind impeccable politeness has always been her strong point

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as in locations

the area or space occupied by or intended for something runners began lining up by the starting point

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as in goals

something that one hopes or intends to accomplish what we're doing does have a point—doesn't it?

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as in hearts

the central part or aspect of something under consideration that clueless reviewer seems to have missed the whole point of the book

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points

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verb

present tense third-person singular of point

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Recent Examples of points

Noun

Seattle came back to score 13 unanswered points and win the game 13-10. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026 In another debut for the competition, Cesc Fabregas’ Como host RB Leipzig on Thursday, following a strong start to the season with seven points from three Serie A matches. — Leon Imber, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 As expected, Alcaraz made life tough for Shelton at pivotal points throughout the match, but the Spaniard's 53 unforced errors proved to be a critical difference in the end. — Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2026 But the Democratic advantage expanded to 11 points among those who definitely plan to vote. — Joey Garrison, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026 This year, Oura, one of the tournament’s sponsors, set up a recovery station near Court 5 with thermal imaging to test body temperature and cooling stations to relax between points. — Aaron Short, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026 Force the executive team to debate the friction points before committing capital. — Susana Cabrera, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Miami is in second place in the MLS Eastern Conference, but 10 points behind Nashville. — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for points

Noun

This is where the Krafts have enjoyed so many moments, worlds away from any roaring crowd or national television audience or expectation to perform at the highest level for one of the most iconic franchises in sports.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
When halftime arrived, the Marching 100 delivered one of the afternoon’s signature moments.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of moments

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Other vipers are known to flick their tails, especially baby vipers with bright green or neon yellow tail tips that might appear like a wiggly worm to unsuspecting frogs.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026
Avenues of cypresses with the tapered tips of wet paintbrushes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of tips

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The bar’s aesthetic verges on Brutalist, with walls made of concrete blocks, uniform round tables, and stone chairs affixed to the floor, but its offerings are a more conventional list of classic cocktails, including Spritzes and Negronis.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Still, sometimes the songs feel like they’re trapped in amber, with emotion muted and songwriting that verges on repetitive.

— Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026

Definition of verges

Noun

The family has several immediate needs, including clothing, food, personal items and help with temporary living expenses, Sharp said.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2026
That increase was faster than the rate for all items combined for the entire year ending in July.

— Rachel Barber, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of items

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Most of this has already been reported (including here on The Athletic), but Torre and crew do a great job of laying it out, from beginning to end, and connecting all the dots in between.

— Levi Weaver, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Two dots tapped in with a finger and boom, your blush routine is done.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of dots

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For Michigan, the forecast is essentially divided up between the two peninsulas, but the throughline appears to be milder temperatures and below-average snowfall.

— Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2026
Permafrost changes underway in 2026 The Seward and Baldwin peninsulas in northwestern Alaska are hot spots for lakes suddenly draining.

— Anna Liljedahl, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2026