outstand

/ˈaʊtstænd/

Definitions

1. verb

to be superior or exceptional in quality; to be outstanding

“She outstands her peers with her exceptional talent.”

2. verb

to remain or be in a position of standing, especially in a queue or line

“Please wait until it’s your turn, and don’t outstand in line.”

3. noun

an amount or quantity that is left over, especially after a payment or deduction has been made

“The tax refund is the outstand from last year’s overpayment.”

4. noun

a person or thing that is superior or exceptional in quality

“He is an outstand in the field of music with his multiple awards.”

Synonyms

  • exceed
  • outperform
  • outshine

Antonyms

  • fall short
  • underperform