Synonyms for

Pointing

Verb / ˈpɔɪntɪŋ / Another word for pointing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pointing means indicating the direction or position of something.

Synonyms & similar words

steer luff direct maneuver aim bespeak orient indicate manoeuvre manoeuver head charge designate signal betoken taper channelise guide sharpen level channelize show point place target indicating showing directing aiming guiding demonstrating signaling highlighting identifying designating denoting betokening marking flagging labeling tagging branding characterizing classifying categorizing

Synonyms by register

Formal

indicating designating specifying demonstrating

Informal

showing aiming directing signaling

Literary

shepherding guiding ushering

Antonyms

withdrawing concealing hiding obscuring retracting

Common collocations

  • pointing the finger
  • pointing the way
  • pointing out
  • pointing to
  • pointing at
  • pointing a gun
  • pointing a finger at

Word family

noun point
verb point
adjective pointing
adverb pointedly

Usage note

The gerund 'pointing' can function as a noun, adjective, or part of a continuous verb tense. Be mindful of the context to distinguish its grammatical role.

Example sentences

  1. She was pointing at the bird in the tree.
  2. The teacher was pointing to the map on the wall.
  3. He was pointing out the mistakes in the report.
  4. She was pointing to the exit sign.
  5. The guide was pointing the way to the museum.

Quotes

  • If you don't know where you are going, any road will get you there. - Lewis Carroll
  • You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. - Wayne Gretzky
  • The future belongs to those who prepare for it today. - Malcolm X

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