Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-point-the-finger-at-someone
idiom
/tə pɔɪnt ðə ˈfɪŋɡər æt ˈsʌmˌwʌn/
Definition
To blame or accuse someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.
Examples
- When the project failed, everyone started to point the finger at each other.
- It’s easy to point the finger at someone when things go wrong, but teamwork is crucial.
Meaning
This phrase means to direct blame towards someone, suggesting that they are responsible for a problem or error.
Synonyms
- blame
- accuse
- hold responsible
