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standing out

ADJECTIVE

obvious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accessible clear conspicuous discernible distinct evident glaring indisputable noticeable overt palpable pronounced recognizable self-evident straightforward undeniable unmistakable visible

WEAK

barefaced bright clear as a bell conclusive distinguishable explicit exposed in evidence lucid manifest observable open patent perceivable perceptible plain precise prominent public self-explanatory transparent unconcealed undisguised unsubtle

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous concealed dark disputable doubtful dubious dull fuzzy hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured questionable secret uncertain unclear unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

ADJECTIVE

prominent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

outstanding

WEAK

arresting beetling bulging easily seen embossed extended extrusive eye-catching flashy hanging out hilly in the foreground jutting marked noticeable obtrusive obvious projecting pronounced protruding protrusive protuberant raised relieved remarkable rough rugged salient shooting out signal striking to the fore unmistakable

Antonyms

WEAK

depressed inconspicuous invisible obscure obscured ordinary sunken

Example Sentences

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During one orbit, Anders captured Earth's brilliant blue hue standing out against the vast darkness of space and accentuated by the desolate, grey lunar horizon in the foreground.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Now that you’re pretty seasoned, what’s standing out with the newer comics coming up?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"She was always afraid of standing out," adding that she "got alarmed" when his name appeared in newspaper rich lists.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Restaurant-industry analysts nevertheless say Chipotle’s pricing strategy makes sense because the chain has never been about beating others on cost, but rather by standing out by way of quality.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026

Even when Anemone and her brother went inside, leaving me standing out front like a delivery boy waiting for a tip.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye

standing out

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