pointed
🇬🇧 UK/'pɒintid/🇺🇸 US
IELTSA1
Definitions
adj.
Having a sharp tip; (of a remark) clearly directed at someone or something; direct and purposeful
尖的;尖锐的;直接针对某人的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.pointed remark尖锐的评论
- 2.pointed question直接的质问
- 3.pointed criticism有针对性的批评
- 4.pointed arch尖拱
Example Sentences
- 1.
She made a pointed remark about his constant tardiness during the meeting.
- 2.
The wizard wore a tall, pointed hat that cast a long shadow.
- 3.
His pointed questions left the spokesperson visibly uncomfortable.