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Point Out (Verb)

Meaning 1

Present and urge reasons in opposition.

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

  • The local residents point out many flaws in the plan to build a new highway through their neighborhood.
  • Environmentalists point out the serious consequences of pollution and climate change due to human activities.
  • Critics point out that the new policy does not address the root cause of the problem and will only lead to temporary solutions.
  • Activists point out the unfair treatment of workers in the factory and call for an overhaul of labor laws.
  • Experts point out the significant risks associated with relying solely on non-renewable energy sources and advocate for sustainable alternatives.

Synonyms

  • Remonstrate

Hypernyms

  • Inform

Hyponyms

  • Represent

Meaning 2

Point out carefully and clearly.

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

  • The teacher took the time to point out the grammatical errors in each student's essay so they could understand and correct them.
  • When explaining complex scientific concepts, it's essential to point out the possible misconceptions that might confuse the audience.
  • Please point out the locations on the map where the team should look for signs of the ancient civilization.
  • Can you point out any notable differences between the original art piece and the reproduction?
  • The guide will point out several bird species that can be spotted in this rare ecosystem, so be sure to follow closely.

Synonyms

  • Call Attention
  • Signalise
  • Signalize

Hypernyms

  • Point
  • Indicate
  • Show

Meaning 3

Make or write a comment on; "he commented the paper of his colleague".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

  • She pointed out several errors in the report that needed to be corrected.
  • The teacher pointed out the grammatical mistakes in the student's essay.
  • He pointed out some issues with the new policy that needed to be reconsidered.
  • The reviewer pointed out several inconsistencies in the article.
  • The editor pointed out a few minor typos in the manuscript.

Synonyms

  • Notice
  • Remark
  • Comment

Hypernyms

  • Observe
  • Note
  • Mention

Hyponyms

  • Criticise
  • Criticize
  • Knock
  • Wisecrack
  • Kibitz
  • Kibbitz
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