The difference between Pointed and Pointy

When used as adjectives, pointed means sharp, barbed, whereas pointy means pointed in shape, having a point or points.


Pointy is also noun with the meaning: any pointed object.

check bellow for the other definitions of Pointed and Pointy

  1. Pointed as a verb:

  1. Pointed as an adjective (comparable):

    Sharp, barbed; not dull.

    Examples:

    "The warrior brandished a pointed spear."

  2. Pointed as an adjective (not comparable):

    In animals, having a coat pattern with points, that is, darkening of the extremities.

    Examples:

    "The Siamese is a pointed breed of cat."

  3. Pointed as an adjective (comparable, of a comment or inference):

    Directed negatively at a person or topic.

  1. Pointy as an adjective (informal):

    pointed in shape, having a point or points

  1. Pointy as a noun (informal):

    Any pointed object.

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