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pointedly

/ˈpɔɪn.tɪd.li/

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adverb

/ˈpɔɪn.tɪd.li/B2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее 'прямо, резко или намеренно заметно', часто используется для выражения критики, неодобрения или ясного послания без тонкостей.

An adverb meaning 'in a direct, sharp, or deliberately noticeable manner,' often used to convey criticism, disapproval, or a clear message without subtlety.

  1. In a clearly evident mannerB2formal

    In a way that makes something obvious or noticeable, often to express disapproval or emphasize a point.

    ruПодчёркнуто

    • She pointedly ignored his question.
    • He pointedly looked at his watch during the long speech.
    • The manager pointedly mentioned the deadline in front of everyone.

    Synonymsconspicuouslydeliberatelyemphaticallyknowinglymeaningfullynoticeablysignificantlytellingly

    Antonymsimplicitlysubtly

Forms
  • more pointedly comparative form
  • most pointedly superlative form
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