Definitions
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
Word origin
From outstand, equivalent to out- + standing or outstand + -ing.
Used in a sentence
“Charles S. Peirce, 1839 to 1914, was one of America's most outstanding intellects. Philosopher, mathematician, and scientist, he wrote profusely, the equivalent of almost 100,000 printed pages in all.”
“The Gunners captain demonstrated his importance to the team by taking his tally to an outstanding 28 goals in 27 Premier League games as Chelsea slumped again after their shock defeat at QPR last week.”
“I have several outstanding tasks on my to-do list.”
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