standout

American  

[stand-out] / ˈstændˌaʊt /

Or stand-out

noun

1. something or someone, as a person, performance, etc., remarkably superior to others.

   Evans was a standout in the mixed doubles.

2. someone who is conspicuous in an area because of refusal to conform with the actions, opinions, desires, etc., of the majority.

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adjective

1. outstanding; superior.

Etymology

Origin of standout

First recorded in 1895–1900 for the noun; adjective use of verb phrase stand out

Example Sentences

Seoul, the standout market this year thanks to a shift into chip giants such as Samsung and SK hynix, climbed more than two percent to another record, while Tokyo also advanced as it reopened after a long weekend.

From Barron's

That’s in addition to Jahkeem Stewart, an All-American as a freshman, and fellow rising sophomore Floyd Boucard, who was a standout in stretches last season.

From Los Angeles Times

It undoubtedly contained some impressive wins, last November's victory over New Zealand being the standout.

From BBC

Johnny Gaudreau, known to fans as “Johnny Hockey,” had been a standout NHL winger and a beloved figure on the international stage.

From Salon

US-born Gu was the darling of the 2022 Beijing Olympics, where she won two golds and a silver, and has again been one of the standout stars in Italy.

From Barron's