What is another word for sharp-pointed?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈɑːppˈɔ͡ɪntɪd] (IPA)

Sharp-pointed is an adjective that describes an object or item with a pointed or angular tip that is capable of slicing or piercing. Synonyms for sharp-pointed include pointed, acute, peaked, spiky, jagged, barbed, prickly, tapered, and conical. Pointed is a simple synonym for sharp-pointed, emphasizing the object's pointed tip. Acute is a more precise term, describing an angle that is less than 90 degrees. Peaked suggests a narrow tip resembling a mountain peak. Spiky, jagged, and barbed describe a rough and angular texture. Prickly implies sharp and pointed thorns, while tapered and conical suggest a shape that is narrow at one end and broader at the other.

Synonyms for Sharp-pointed:

What are the hypernyms for Sharp-pointed?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    pointed, sharp object, pointed object, long object, spiky object.

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