acuminate (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈæk.jʊ.mɪ.neɪt/

Definition

To make or become sharp or pointed.

Examples

• The artist used a fine brush to acuminate the details of the drawing.

• The edges of the glass were carefully acuminate to prevent injury.

• Over time, the rock was acuminate by the constant flow of water.

How to Use acuminate

acuminate to a point (prepositional phrase)

To gradually narrow and end in a sharp point. — "The spire of the cathedral acuminate to a point high above the city."

Synonyms of acuminate

Words with a similar meaning to acuminate:

• sharpen
• point
• taper
• attenuate

Antonyms of acuminate

Words with the opposite meaning to acuminate:

• blunt
• dull

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