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on point

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɑːn ˈpɔɪnt/ · UK /ɒn ˈpɔɪnt/

on point means: If something is excellent or someone performs very well, you can describe them this way.

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EXCELLENTC1

If something is excellent or someone performs very well, you can describe them this way.

  • Your outfit is on point.
  • Her timing was on point throughout the show.
  • His jokes are always on point.

Similar words: excellent, spot-on

Opposites: poor

Common phrases: look on point, be on point, on point today

RELEVANTC1

Directly connected to the question, subject, or problem being discussed.

  • That comment is on point.
  • The lawyer found a case directly on point.
  • Your example was on point for our discussion.

Similar words: relevant, apposite

Opposites: irrelevant

Common phrases: be on point, on point here, directly on point

LEADINGC1

Leading a group during an operation, or staying ready to act.

  • Lee is on point today.
  • The soldier on point spotted movement near the bridge.
  • Keep someone on point while the others rest.

Similar words: in the lead, on duty

Common phrases: be on point, soldier on point, stay on point

ON TOESC2

Standing or dancing on the very ends of your toes, especially in ballet.

  • She can dance on point.
  • The dancer rose on point and held her balance.
  • These shoes support your feet when you stand on point.

Similar words: en pointe

Common phrases: dance on point, stand on point, rise on point

Questions about on point

What does on point mean?

If something is excellent or someone performs very well, you can describe them this way.

What is on point in other languages?

Türkçe: harika · Español: excelente · Français: excellent · Deutsch: ausgezeichnet · Italiano: eccellente · 日本語: 抜群の

How do you pronounce on point?

In American English /ɑːn ˈpɔɪnt/; in British English /ɒn ˈpɔɪnt/.

How do you use on point in a sentence?

Your outfit is on point. Her timing was on point throughout the show.

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