pointy

adjective

ˈpȯin-tē How to pronounce pointy (audio)
Definition of pointynext
as in pointed
tapering to a thin tip wears high heels with very pointy toes even though they kill her feet

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Recent Examples of pointy This species also has white flesh but with a yellow exterior and a pointy knob on top. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026 The writing is pointy, geometric and easily visible, representing the Norwegian team’s desire to embrace its centuries-old history. — Steve Douglas, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026 Vampire teeth are often very pointy, and they [can be seen as] phallic symbols. — Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 The bad guys are easily distinguished by their pointy horns or black hats. — ArsTechnica, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pointy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pointy
  1. pointed
  2. sharp
  3. barbed
Adjective
  • There’s something about a pointed-toe flat that instantly elevates an outfit.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Dress it up with block heels or slingback pointed-toe pumps or wear it during the day with a pair of classic ballet flats.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of pointed
Adjective
  • But the culprit behind Seattle’s sharp increase is energy – both gasoline and for the home.
    — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • But within the leadership, there are sharp differences over what the endgame should be.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of sharp
Adjective
  • Another drone created a smoke screen while still more blasted through triple-layered barbed wire.
    — Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 31 July 2026
  • The train station hulked behind barbed wire, abandoned for years, both witness to and eight million bricks’ worth of evidence of Detroit's near-collapse.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Definition of barbed

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