point-blank (Meaning)
point-blank (s)
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
close enough to go straight to the target
point-blank (r)
in a direct and unequivocal manner
point-blank (n.)
The white spot on a target, at which an arrow or other missile is aimed.
With all small arms, the second point in which the natural line of sight, when horizontal, cuts the trajectory.
With artillery, the point where the projectile first strikes the horizontal plane on which the gun stands, the axis of the piece being horizontal.
point-blank (a.)
Directed in a line toward the object aimed at; aimed directly toward the mark.
Hence, direct; plain; unqualified; -- said of language; as, a point-blank assertion.
point-blank (adv.)
In a point-blank manner.
Synonyms & Antonyms of point-blank
Synonyms:
- forthright
- insensitive
- gruff
- open
- snappish
- frank
- straight-out
- candid
- outspoken
- straightforward
- plainspoken
- blunt
- plain
- direct
Antonyms:
point-blank Sentence Examples
- The detective pointed the gun point-blank at the suspect's chest.
- The child asked her parents a point-blank question about their finances.
- The politician's response to the scandal was point-blank and unapologetic.
- The doctor point-blank refused to prescribe painkillers without a valid medical reason.
- The teacher point-blank accused the student of cheating on the exam.
- The witness identified the robber point-blank in the police lineup.
- The company's lawyer point-blank denied any wrongdoing in the lawsuit.
- The boss point-blank told the employee that their performance was unacceptable.
- The sniper aimed point-blank at the target from a distance.
- The critic point-blank dismissed the new movie as a complete waste of time.
FAQs About the word point-blank
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion, close enough to go straight to the target, in a direct and unequivocal mannerThe w
forthright, insensitive, gruff, open, snappish, frank,straight-out, candid, outspoken, straightforward
circuitous, civil, tactful, politic,diplomatic, gracious, courteous, voluble, considerate, voluble
The detective pointed the gun point-blank at the suspect's chest.
The child asked her parents a point-blank question about their finances.
The politician's response to the scandal was point-blank and unapologetic.
The doctor point-blank refused to prescribe painkillers without a valid medical reason.
