Definition & Meaning of "pointed"in English

pointed

having an end or tip that is sharp

barbed

prickly

pungent

sharp

spiky

Grammatical Information

Composition

past participle adjective

qualitative

Superlative

most pointed

Comparative

more pointed

gradable

domain

shape, objects, defense

Examples

The porcupine's quills are pointed, serving as a defense mechanism against predators.

direct and clear in meaning or reference, often with a sharp or critical tone

Examples

She made a pointed remark about his lateness.

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pointedly

pointedness

unpointed

pointed

point

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