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Definition of pointy

pointy

/ˈpɔɪn.ti/
poin · ty
Adverb:pointily
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pointy Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having a comparatively sharp or tapered point or end; having many points.

Example

"The mountain range was easily recognizable by its jagged, pointy peaks against the horizon."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'pointy' and 'pointed' both describe things with a sharp end, 'pointy' is slightly more informal and used only for physical shapes, whereas 'pointed' is also used figuratively to describe a direct or critical remark.

• Nearby Words

pointlessly
pointlessness
pointman
pointy
poise
poised
poison

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pointy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pointy
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