How to use pointed in a sentence. A pointed object has a thin, sharp end or becomes much narrower at one end Pointed synonyms, pointed pronunciation, pointed translation, english dictionary definition of pointed Having an end coming to a point Obviously directed at or making reference to a particular person or thing:. To aim or direct (the finger, a weapon, etc.) at, to, or upon something
[~ + object] he pointed the gun at the target [no object] in some cultures it is rude to point at a person. Pointed comments or behaviour express criticism in a clear and direct way I couldn't help but notice the pointed remarks slung in my direction Her new book is a pointed look at life in a small community. Having a point or points.
Pointed generally refers to having a sharp or distinct end, often used to describe objects that have a tapering end It can also indicate something that is directed or aimed towards a specific target or goal. Point and pointed are two words that are often used interchangeably, but they actually have distinct meanings The word point typically refers to a specific location or position in space, while pointed usually describes something that has a sharp or tapered end. Tipped, sharp, barbed, peaked, jagged, pointy, spired, spiked Blunt, rounded, dull, irrelevant, little, inapplicable, slight, pointless
Having a particular number of points used in combination
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