pʌŋktʊm

Definitions

1. noun

A point of emphasis or a striking feature in a work of art.

“The artist highlighted the punctum of the painting, which was a small, yet powerful image in the corner.”

2. noun

In film theory, the punctum is a detail that arrests the viewer’s attention.

“The director used the punctum of the abandoned building to convey a sense of desolation.”