POINT (UP) Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

point (up)

verb

Definition of point (up)

as in to highlight

to indicate the importance of by centering attention on pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them

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The Moon enters Sagittarius and your 3rd House of Communication, highlighting calls, messages, errands, siblings, neighbors, and daily logistics.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026
Dining options all take advantage of the indoor-outdoor living the island thrives on, and are framed by beautiful views highlighting the craggy stretch of coast Domes sits on.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of highlight

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Experts in public health and pregnancy care emphasize that the benefits that the Covid-19 vaccine offers pregnant moms — and their babies — significantly outweigh any risk.

— Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Friar emphasized revenue growth and said that the company is adjusting to a change in customer behavior.

— Kate Rooney, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of emphasize

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On Sunday, Beshear stressed that McConnell must do more to assure Kentuckians of his ability to carry out the role as senator.

— Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
Turkey has stressed that the agreement is defensive and does not identify Iran or any other country as an enemy.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of stress

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The sprawling, lushly landscaped grounds feature a large main pool as well as a separate, quieter adults-only pool, all overlooking the ocean.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
Denver Fire Department The building was constructed in 1921 and features two dance floors and a 4,000-square-foot main ballroom.

— Christa Swanson, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

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point (toward)

point (up)

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