outstanding
adjective
Simple meaning
Exceptionally good; distinguished from others by its superiority.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
owtstandingSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
aʊtsˈtændɪŋ
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adjective
Exceptionally good; distinguished from others by its superiority.
Prominent or noticeable; sovereign.
Unresolved; not settled or finished.
Owed as a debt.
Projecting outwards.
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: Exceptionally good; distinguished from others by its superiority.
Used this way, outstanding is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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