Sharp, barbed; not dull.
Directed negatively at a person or topic.
Having a relevance to the matter at hand: pertinent, relevant.
That has a named, but otherwise arbitrary, point (called the basepoint) that remains unchanged during subsequent discussion and is kept track of during all operations.
In animals, having a coat pattern with points, that is, darkening of the extremities.
Having a sharp and stiff point.
Stinging; acerbic.
Having a strong odor that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.
Having a strong taste that stings the tongue, said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.