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
Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 22 May 2024
These grasses have seed awns with a sharp, pointed shape, resembling the tail of a fox, hence the name.
—Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024
The star, styled by Brad Goreski, wowed in the satin champagne ensemble, which featured a corset bodice and a 3D pointed wing protruding from the left side of the bust.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 20 May 2024
On Friday, Fine posted a letter on Instagram supporting survivors, sharing some pointed words for abusers.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2024
The judge asked a number of pointed questions of Morrissey, and said that the prosecutor was mistaken about the law in at least one respect.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 May 2024
Depending on the variety, the leaves may be green or gray-green, pointed or feathery, and the flower colors can range from white through pink to deep violet.
—Lee Somerville, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2024
On May 8, O'Neal took to Instagram to share a seemingly pointed message in response to Henderson.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
This year is no exception, as Jenner arrived at the 2024 Met Gala dressed in a custom Oscar de la Renta gown with an oversized skirt and pointed bust.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 May 2024
Adjective
The little frog is less than 2 inches long and has a blunt, pointed snout, according to the study.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 22 May 2024
These grasses have seed awns with a sharp, pointed shape, resembling the tail of a fox, hence the name.
—Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024
The star, styled by Brad Goreski, wowed in the satin champagne ensemble, which featured a corset bodice and a 3D pointed wing protruding from the left side of the bust.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 20 May 2024
On Friday, Fine posted a letter on Instagram supporting survivors, sharing some pointed words for abusers.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2024
The judge asked a number of pointed questions of Morrissey, and said that the prosecutor was mistaken about the law in at least one respect.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 May 2024
Depending on the variety, the leaves may be green or gray-green, pointed or feathery, and the flower colors can range from white through pink to deep violet.
—Lee Somerville, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2024
On May 8, O'Neal took to Instagram to share a seemingly pointed message in response to Henderson.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
This year is no exception, as Jenner arrived at the 2024 Met Gala dressed in a custom Oscar de la Renta gown with an oversized skirt and pointed bust.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 May 2024
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'pointed.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near pointed
Cite this Entry
“Pointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointed. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share