Synonyms for
Pointing
Definition
Pointing means indicating the direction or position of something.
Synonyms & similar words
designate
guide
level
head
orient
repoint
place
charge
sharpen
bespeak
manoeuver
steer
manoeuvre
aim
indicate
show
maneuver
taper
signal
betoken
luff
target
channelise
direct
channelize
indicating
showing
directing
aiming
guiding
demonstrating
signaling
highlighting
identifying
designating
denoting
betokening
marking
flagging
labeling
tagging
branding
characterizing
classifying
categorizing
Synonyms by register
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- pointing the finger
- pointing the way
- pointing out
- pointing to
- pointing at
- pointing a gun
- pointing a finger at
Word family
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.
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Example sentences
- She was pointing at the bird in the tree.
- The teacher was pointing to the map on the wall.
- He was pointing out the mistakes in the report.
- She was pointing to the exit sign.
- 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