acuate

/əˈkeɪt, eɪˈkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to sharpen or make sharp

“The knife acuated the pencil point, making it suitable for writing.”

2. verb

to sharpen or cut into a point

“She acuated the corner of the paper to create a precise fold.”

Synonyms

  • point
  • sharpen

Antonyms

  • dull