make a point verb2 •To argue or promote an idea.I suppose the people who wrote that stuff on the wall were trying to make a point, but they mainly made a mess.A restaurant my family made a point of going to. •To take care in doing something; to pay attention or ensure that something is done.Make a point to carry [or of carrying] your calendar with you at all times.My wallet is missing! I know I had it earlier: I made a point of bringing it. formsmade a point · making a point · makes a point