Synonyms for

Outstanding

Verb / ˌaʊˈtstændɪŋ / Another word for outstanding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

extremely good or excellent

Synonyms & similar words

striking great undischarged salient prominent owing spectacular excellent remarkable exceptional superb impressive notable distinguished first-class brilliant fantastic terrific marvelous wonderful great top-notch splendid superior fine stellar amazing

Synonyms by register

Formal

exceptional superb excellent distinguished

Informal

great awesome top-notch wicked

Literary

preeminent signal illustrious

Antonyms

ordinary common usual mediocre average unremarkable inferior

Common collocations

  • outstanding achievement
  • outstanding performance
  • outstanding example
  • outstanding debt
  • outstanding balance
  • outstanding work
  • outstanding contribution

Word family

noun outstander
verb outstand
adjective outstanding
adverb outstandingly

Usage note

While 'outstanding' can mean 'unpaid' (e.g., outstanding debt), its more common usage refers to something excellent or remarkable. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The performance was outstanding and received a standing ovation.
  2. The athlete had an outstanding record and won many awards.
  3. The chef prepared an outstanding meal that everyone enjoyed.
  4. The student's outstanding behavior earned her a prize.
  5. The company's outstanding performance led to increased profits.

Quotes

  • Believing in yourself is an outstanding trait.
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
  • Excellence is not a skill. It's an attitude.

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