Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
finger-pointing
noun
/ˈfɪŋɡər ˈpɔɪntɪŋ/
Definition
The act of blaming or directing criticism at someone, typically in a situation where issues or mistakes are being discussed.
Examples
- After the project failed, there was a lot of finger-pointing among the team members.
- The debates quickly devolved into finger-pointing, with each candidate blaming the others for various issues.
- Instead of solving problems, the management resorted to finger-pointing rather than looking for solutions.
Meaning
Finger-pointing refers to the practice of accusing someone for a problem rather than accepting any responsibility oneself.
Synonyms
- blame-shifting
- accusation
- scapegoating
- blame
