1. Having a sharp point; tapering to a point.
Usage: Chiefly botanical and biological contexts

Examples

• The acuminated leaves of the plant were distinctly pointed at the tips.
• The insect's acuminated antennae helped it sense its environment.
• Botanists identified the species by its acuminated leaf margins.
• The acuminated shape of the seed pod aids in wind dispersal.
• Under the microscope, the acuminated structures were clearly visible.