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, group, or thing
made a pointed remark
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
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Charles Trepany, USA Today, 29 May 2026
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—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
The storybook structure has a pointed roof, crooked chimney, and the general appearance of something out of a Brothers Grimm illustration.
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Adjective
In an interview published May 21, Elle magazine asked Hathaway if her video was intended as a pointed denial of the rumor that she's had a face-lift.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The shoes feature an open pointed toe, adjustable ankle strap, and elongated platform toe box for a flattering silhouette.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
The television host paired the glamorous look with pointed black heels and long blonde waves.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
The storybook structure has a pointed roof, crooked chimney, and the general appearance of something out of a Brothers Grimm illustration.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
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“Pointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointed. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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