adj.
Pronunciation: ' po ̇ in-t ə d
Function: adjective
Date: 14th century
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>
– point · ed · ly adverb
– point · ed · ness noun