outstanding

American  

[out-stan-ding] / ˌaʊtˈstæn dɪŋ /

adjective

1. prominent; conspicuous; striking.

   an outstanding example of courage.

   Synonyms:

   eminent

2. marked by superiority or distinction; excellent; distinguished.

   an outstanding student.

3. continuing in existence; remaining unsettled, unpaid, etc..

   outstanding debts.

   Synonyms:

   due, owing

4. (of securities and the like) publicly issued and sold or in circulation.

5. standing out; projecting.

   a stiff, outstanding fabric.

6. Archaic. that resists or opposes.

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outstanding British  

/ ˌaʊtˈstændɪŋ /

adjective

1. superior; excellent; distinguished

2. prominent, remarkable, or striking

3. still in existence; unsettled, unpaid, or unresolved

4. (of shares, bonds, etc) issued and sold

5. projecting or jutting upwards or outwards

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Other Word Forms

• outstandingly adverb
• outstandingness noun

Etymology

Origin of outstanding

First recorded in 1605–15; outstand + -ing ²

Example Sentences

This season as a sophomore, he has blossomed into an outstanding prospect from the class of 2028.

From Los Angeles Times

What do you think is the secret to driving outstanding performance in the workplace?

From The Wall Street Journal

Fullers had an "outstanding five-week Christmas and New Year season across all parts of the estate", 8% up on an already strong festive period last year.

From BBC

The Chief Constable Commendation is awarded to individuals who demonstrate exceptional bravery, outstanding courage and actions that go beyond what is normally expected.

From BBC

With Venezuela saddled with about $160 billion in outstanding national debts, she also put a high priority on reintegrating into the global capitalist order that her government had long shunned.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• distinguished
• dominant
• eminent
• excellent
• exceptional
• famous
• great
• important
• impressive
• magnificent
• phenomenal
• preeminent
• special
• stellar
• superior
• superlative
• well-known