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    pointedly
    /ˈpɔɪntɪdli/

    adverb

    • 1. in a direct and unambiguous way, often indicating criticism or displeasure: "he pointedly refused to shake hands"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPOINTEDLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    POINTEDLY definition: 1. in a very obvious way, usually to express criticism or disapproval: 2. in a very obvious way…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › pointedlyPointedly Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    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.

  4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › pointedlyPointedly - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

    Nov 6, 2024 · pointedly. Definitions of pointedly. adverb. in such a manner as to make something clearly evident. “he pointedly ignored the question”.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › thesaurus › pointedlySynonyms and antonyms of pointedly in English - Cambridge ...

    pointedly. adverb. These are words and phrases related to pointedly. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of pointedly. DELIBERATELY. Synonyms. deliberately. intentionally. advisedly. by design. calculatingly. consciously. determinedly. knowingly. on purpose. purposely. purposively. willfully. wittingly.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › pointedlyPOINTEDLY Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

    Pointedly definition: in a marked, emphasized, or particularly directed fashion. See examples of POINTEDLY used in a sentence.

  7. www.thefreedictionary.com › pointedlyPointedly - definition of pointedly by The Free Dictionary

    1. Having an end coming to a point. 2. Sharp; cutting: pointed criticism. 3. Obviously directed at or making reference to a particular person or thing: a pointed comment. 4. Clearly evident or conspicuous; marked: a pointed lack of interest. 5. Characterized by the use of a pointed crown, as in Gothic architecture: a pointed arch. 6.

  8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishpointedly adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of pointedly adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPOINTEDLY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    POINTEDLY meaning: 1. in a very obvious way, usually to express criticism or disapproval: 2. in a very obvious way…. Learn more.

  10. en.m.wiktionary.org › wiki › pointedlypointedly - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    Aug 18, 2024 · pointedly (comparative more pointedly, superlative most pointedly) explicitly; with emphasis; so as to make a point, especially with criticism

  11. www.yourdictionary.com › pointedlyPointedly Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

    Pointedly definition: Explicitly ; with emphasis ; so as to make a point , especially with criticism. .