POINTY Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

pointy

adjective

ˈpȯin-tē

Definition of pointy

as in pointed

tapering to a thin tip wears high heels with very pointy toes even though they kill her feet

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Recent Examples of pointy These pointy penny loafers are tailored and effortless. — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026 Style them with pointy kitten heels, a lightweight button-down, and an oversized leather tote bag for a polished, office-friendly look. — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 7 June 2026 With its scaly armor, pointy ears, elongated snout, and curved claws, the armadillo is undeniably odd-looking. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 2026 The writing is pointy, geometric and easily visible, representing the Norwegian team’s desire to embrace its centuries-old history. — Steve Douglas, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pointy

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Adjective

Siamese, Ragdoll and Birman cats typically have a pointed coat.

— Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026
They can even be dressed up with a pair of slingback heels, especially a pointed-toe pair that gives the illusion of legs for days.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 4 July 2026

Definition of pointed

Adjective

In addition to the sharp shape, the coffee brown shade gives the bag a more elevated feel.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 July 2026
During male puberty, rising testosterone drives the cartilage to grow forward and meet at a sharper angle, while simultaneously lengthening the vocal folds and vocal tract housed just behind it.

— Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of sharp

Adjective

The fence, as constructed, is more than 8 feet tall and is topped with a strand of barbed wire — too high for many animals to jump and dangerous for those that attempt to do so.

— Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 28 June 2026
Vines have grown through the fence and barbed wire surrounding a tall art deco building in this city’s downtown, and cigarette holders and empty food tins litter the tall weeds.

— Susan Svrluga, Washington Post, 24 June 2026

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