stand·out
ˈstand-ˌau̇t 
often attributive
: one that is prominent or conspicuous especially because of excellence
stood out; standing out; stands out
1
a
: to appear as if in relief : project
b
: to be prominent or conspicuous
stands out from the crowd
2
: to steer away from shore
3
: to be stubborn in resolution or resistance
Synonyms
Examples of standout in a Sentence
Noun
She is a standout among the available candidates.
All the cameras we tested were good, but there was no real standout.
Verb
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
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Tira Urquhart, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
There should also be academic program standouts across the field of academic offerings upon which the branding of the institution will depend.
—Brian Mitchell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Monique Wilson, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
The kitchen’s most eye-catching feature, though, is the three slabs of black marble that stand out next to the large white island snack bar and serve as an oversized backsplash behind the stovetop.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
One of the standout features of this $28 bar is its thoughtful formulation.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
There should also be academic program standouts across the field of academic offerings upon which the branding of the institution will depend.
—Brian Mitchell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
The aforementioned Baby Reindeer, Industry, The Perfect Couple, and The Penguin were a few favorites that stood out.
—Monique Wilson, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
The kitchen’s most eye-catching feature, though, is the three slabs of black marble that stand out next to the large white island snack bar and serve as an oversized backsplash behind the stovetop.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Standout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standout. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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standout
1 of 2 noun
stand·out
ˈstan-ˌdau̇t
: one that is well-known or outstanding especially because of excellence
stand out
2 of 2 verb(ˈ)stan-ˈdau̇t
1
: to stick out from a surface : project
2
: to be easily seen or recognized
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