Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pointed question

noun

/ˈpɔɪntɪd ˈkwɛstʃən/

Definition

A pointed question is one that is direct and clearly aimed at eliciting a specific answer or response.

Examples

During the interview, she asked a pointed question about the company’s future plans.
His pointed question made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
At the debate, the moderator posed a pointed question that required an honest answer.

Meaning

It signifies a query that is sharp and precise, often designed to provoke thought or to ensure that the responder understands the intent behind the question.