POINTS (UP) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

points (up)

verb

present tense third-person singular of point (up)

as in highlights

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

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There are some superb central defenders who have not made our list, which just highlights the level Vidic reached.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The report highlights Africa as the world’s most pressing food-security challenge.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026

Definition of highlights

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This serene Hawaiian destination emphasizes fresh, organic living and a distinctive, integrated resort experience.

— Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
What Parents Should Do If your seat is part of the recall, Evenflo emphasizes that the seat is perfectly safe in positions 1 through 9 when in forward-facing mode and in 1 through 10 in rear-facing mode.

— Sarah Scott, Parents, 27 July 2026

Definition of emphasizes

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The National Park Service’s Hike Smart guidance stresses that hydration and weather awareness are two of the most common failure points on bucket-list hikes, especially in desert parks and at high elevation.

— Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
Morton, looking out for Circe, stresses that transforming Odysseus’ men was not purely vengeful.

— Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

Definition of stresses

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The Bite of Seattle Festival features hundreds of local vendors and live music performances, drawing 350,000 guests over three days, its website says.

— Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
The double sink is open to the views and features amenities from Healing Earth, a natural skincare line.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026

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points (toward)

points (up)

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