underpoint

Meanings

Noun

• A downward facing point on the underside.
• The lowest intensity point of a diminuendo that is followed by an increase in volume and intensity.
• The number of scored points below a specified criterion.
• Something that calls attention to or emphasizes a particular conclusion within a topic of discussion.

Adjective

• Below the point (any sense)

Verb

• To add a dot beneath a letter as a proofreading or diacritical mark.
• To emphasize or call attention to a point within a discussion.
• To point the underside.
• To include too few points.
• To indicate or focus on a position closer than the one that is intended.

Origin

• under- + point