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pointedly

UK
/ˈpɔɪntɪdli/
US
/ˈpɔɪntɪdli/

Translations

pointedlyadverb
UK
/ˈpɔɪntɪdli/
US
/ˈpɔɪntɪdli/
She pointedly ignored his question, making it clear she was upset.
Elle a ostensiblement ignoré sa question, montrant clairement qu'elle était contrariée.
Additional translations
de manière appuyéeNuance d'insistance ou de netteté dans l'expression.
Synonyms
sharply
directly
bluntly
specifically
emphatically

Definitions

pointedlyadverb
In a manner that is clearly directed or intended to make a point, often with emphasis or sharpness.
She pointedly ignored his question, making it clear she was upset.
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