standout

[stand-out] / ˈstændˌaʊt /

ADJECTIVE

exceptionally superior, outstanding

Synonyms

WEAK

exceptional extraordinary inconceivable magnificent out of the ordinary outstanding preeminent remarkable singular stand-out superior towering uncommon unheard-of unimaginable unique unusual

Example Sentences

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Archer has been England's standout performer in a desperate series in which they are 3-0 down after three matches.

From BBC

Their son was a standout at Loyola High School and had been slated to play tennis at the University of Virginia.

From Los Angeles Times

Baby Reindeer was one of the standout television moments of the past few years and it catapulted actress Jessica Gunning to stardom.

From BBC

It is still a standout; I gasped when I saw it.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tulipulotu, a former USC standout, is ranked third in the NFL with 13 sacks, and has a career-high 20 tackles for loss.

From Los Angeles Times