pointed
/ˈpɔɪntɪd/ · verb
Meaning
- To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.
- To draw attention to something or indicate a direction.
- To face in a particular direction.
- (sometimes figurative) To direct toward an object; to aim.
- To give a point to; to sharpen; to cut, forge, grind, or file to an acute end.
- To indicate a probability of something.
- To appoint.
- Sharp, barbed; not dull.
- In animals, having a coat pattern with points, that is, darkening of the extremities.
- (of a comment or inference) Directed negatively at a person or topic.
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