point·ed
ˈpȯin-təd 
1
a
: having a point
b
: being an arch with a pointed crown
also
: marked by the use of a pointed arch
pointed architecture
2
a
: being to the point : pertinent
b
: aimed at a particular person or group
3
: conspicuous, marked
pointed indifference
4
: having points that contrast in color with the basic coat color
a pointed cat
pointedly
adverb
pointedness
noun
Examples of pointed in a Sentence
Adjective (1)
the sansevieria's long pointed leaves make it an easily recognized houseplant
he made a number of pointed remarks on the crisis abroad
Recent Examples on the Web
Julia Teti, WWD, 10 July 2024
Two Milwaukee theater productions in July will offer pointed responses to the presence of the Republican National Convention here.
—Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 9 July 2024
The singer concluded the post with a pointed message directed at those criticizing her appearance.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2024
When money moves, however, people begin to ask pointed questions.
—Mihir Sharma, Twin Cities, 4 July 2024
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Adjective
Along with the matching set, Williams wore a pair of pointed toe black heels with a strappy element.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 10 July 2024
Two Milwaukee theater productions in July will offer pointed responses to the presence of the Republican National Convention here.
—Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 9 July 2024
The singer concluded the post with a pointed message directed at those criticizing her appearance.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2024
When money moves, however, people begin to ask pointed questions.
—Mihir Sharma, Twin Cities, 4 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for pointed
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“Pointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointed. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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