Synonyms

pointy

American

[poin-tee] / ˈpɔɪn ti /

adjective

pointier, pointiest

having a comparatively sharp point.

The elf had pointy little ears.

pointy British

/ ˈpɔɪntɪ /

adjective

having a sharp point or points; pointed

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Etymology

Origin of pointy

First recorded in 1635–45; point + -y ¹

Example Sentences

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A tail poked out of one end, and the other end grew ears and a pointy little snout and made a tiny squeak.

From Literature

They’ve stood the longtime food pyramid on its pointy head, instead promoting lots of meat and whole milk foods over a healthier diet grounded in whole grains and vegetables.

From Los Angeles Times

There were girls with ears that were long and pointy, and they wore flowers for earrings.

From Literature

Mrs. Mull poked her pointy face out from under the brim of her yellow sunbonnet.

From Literature

Looking up, he saw the dragon swooping toward him, its pointy red wings stretched to the full.

From Literature

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