Pronunciation: /pɔɪnt/
noun a purpose or aim
A1 The teacher used a pointer to show us the different parts of the map.
A2 Can you please explain the main points of the story to me?
B1 One of the key points in the presentation was the importance of teamwork.
B2 The speaker made several valid points during the debate.
C1 The research paper raised some interesting points about the future of technology.
C2 The professor's lecture was filled with profound points that challenged our thinking.
verb to score points in a game or competition
A1 I point to the sky.
A2 She points at the map to show the way.
B1 The teacher pointed out the main themes of the book.
B2 He pointed to the evidence that supported his argument.
C1 The detective pointed out the flaws in the suspect's alibi.
C2 The expert pointed to the key factors influencing the outcome.
adjective significant or important
A1 She pointed to the red balloon.
A2 He made a valid point during the discussion.
B1 The main point of the presentation was to emphasize teamwork.
B2 The article raised several interesting points about climate change.
C1 The professor's lecture was full of insightful points about economic theory.
C2 The artist's work was a turning point in the history of modern art.
adverb exactly or precisely
A1 She pointed at the dog.
A2 He pointed towards the exit.
B1 She pointed out the mistake in the report.
B2 He pointedly ignored her comments.
C1 The speaker made a valid point during the debate.
C2 His argument was well-reasoned and to the point.
preposition at or to a particular place or position
A1 I will meet you at the meeting point.
A2 She pointed at the map to show me where we were.
B1 From this point of view, the decision makes sense.
B2 The speaker made several good points during the debate.
C1 At this point in the project, we need to reassess our strategy.
C2 The research paper raised some interesting points about the topic.
conjunction used to introduce a further statement or reason
A1 I want to go to the park, but I have no one to go with.
A2 I like both chocolate and vanilla ice cream, but I'll choose chocolate this time.
B1 I need to finish this project by Friday, otherwise, I won't meet the deadline.
B2 She studied hard for the exam, so she was able to get a good grade in the end.
C1 I have to wake up early tomorrow; otherwise, I'll miss my flight.
C2 He has a lot of experience in the field; hence, he is considered an expert by many.
interjection used to emphasize a point
A1 Point! I see the Eiffel Tower in the distance.
A2 Point! Look at that cute puppy over there.
B1 Point! There's a mistake in this equation.
B2 Point! I believe we should consider another approach.
C1 Point! Let's discuss this issue further during the meeting.
C2 Point! I completely agree with your analysis.
formal At this point in time, we need to make a decision.
informal I'm not sure what the point of this meeting is.
slang Why are we even doing this? What's the point?
figurative She made a good point during the debate.
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