pointed (up) (Meaning)

pointed (up)

to bring attention to (something)

The teacher pointed up to the board, indicating the start of the lesson.
The hikers pointed up at the summit, their destination in sight.
The child pointed up to the sky, exclaiming excitedly about the flying bird.
The photographer pointed up into the tree, capturing a shot of the hidden bird's nest.
The astronomer pointed up to the constellation, explaining its ancient mythology.
The artist pointed up to the canvas, sharing his vision for the upcoming masterpiece.
The dancer pointed up fluidly, expressing her emotions through movement.
The engineer pointed up to the prototype, showcasing its innovative design.
The compass needle pointed up, indicating the true north.
The arrow pointed up vertically, symbolizing the path to success.

to bring attention to (something)

featured, highlighted,emphasized, stressed, identified, bore down on, accented, punctuated, foregrounded, made much of

toned (down), understated,played down, discounted,minimized, de-emphasized, underemphasized, disparaged,belittled

The teacher pointed up to the board, indicating the start of the lesson.

The hikers pointed up at the summit, their destination in sight.

The child pointed up to the sky, exclaiming excitedly about the flying bird.

The photographer pointed up into the tree, capturing a shot of the hidden bird's nest.