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Pointed has 4 different meanings across 1 category:

Adjective

Definitions
Verb
1

simple past tense and past participle of point

"She pointed at the map, then we went in that direction together."

In plain English: To point means to direct your finger or another object toward something specific to show it to someone else.

"She pointed out the mistake in my calculations."

Usage: Use pointed as the simple past or past participle of point to describe directing something toward a specific target, such as when you pointed your finger at him yesterday. Do not confuse this with the adjective meaning sharp-tipped, which describes the shape of an object rather than an action taken in the past.

Adjective
1

having a point

"The sharp tip of his new pen made it easy to pierce through the thick paper without breaking it."

2

direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant

"a pointed critique"

"a pointed allusion to what was going on"

"another pointed look in their direction"

3

Sharp, barbed; not dull.

"The fisherman carefully removed the pointed hook from his line before it could tear through his hand."

In plain English: Pointed means having a sharp end that sticks out to one side.

"The pointed tip of the arrow pierced the target."

Usage: Use "pointed" to describe objects with a sharp tip or edge that can pierce or cut, rather than using it for vague suggestions or specific details. Avoid confusing this physical description with the word "pungent," which refers to strong smells or flavors.

Example Sentences
"The pointed tip of the arrow pierced the target." adj
"She pointed out the mistake in my calculations." verb
"The detective pointed out the flaw in his theory during the meeting." verb
"She pointed at her favorite cookie on the plate before taking it." verb
"He pointed to the north star when he got lost hiking." verb
Related Terms
Antonyms
unpointed

Origin

Derived from Old French pointer, this adjective originates from the verb poindre (to prick or pierce). It originally described something having a sharp tip, much like an arrowhead.

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