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 Designed with a StoneGuard, a protective bottom made of lightweight polymer, these shoes have saved me more than once from a particularly sharp and pointy rock. — Jack Collins, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for pointy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pointy
  1. pointed
  2. sharp
  3. barbed
Adjective
  • The sharp pointed toes of this designer style are adorned with lace-up detailing, a subtle nod to the lacing of a corset.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Since then, however, his criticism of Israel has grown more pointed.
    — Angela Yang, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of pointed
Adjective
  • Style them with an essential tee and their sharp, pointed Maelle pumps for an extra dose of attitude.
    — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The sharp pointed toes of this designer style are adorned with lace-up detailing, a subtle nod to the lacing of a corset.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of sharp
Adjective
  • Up the other side of the ravine there is another fence, much like the first, but without the barbed wire.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Light tubes, chains, scaffolds, chairs and a barbed wire table all made an appearance.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of barbed

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“Pointy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointy. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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