pointedness vs pointed

pointedness is a noun but pointed is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
pointedness	Yes	No	No	No
pointed	No	Yes	No	No

pointedness (noun)	pointed (noun)
the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip
the quality of being obviously directed at a particular person or thing

pointedness (adjective)	pointed (adjective)
	having a point
	direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant