stand out in English dictionary

  • stand out

    Meanings and definitions of "stand out"

    • (intransitive) (idiomatic) To be obvious or conspicuous, in contrast to one's surroundings.
    • verb
      (intransitive, idiomatic)
      To be obvious or conspicuous, in contrast to one's surroundings.
    • verb
      (intransitive, idiomatic)
      To be extraordinary and different or to have features and qualities which make someone or something special.
    • verb
      (nautical)
      To sail in a direction away from shore.
    • To appear in way very clearly and distinguished, to distinguish themselves from the rest of the group.
    • be obvious in contrast to one's surroundings
    • verb
      be highly noticeable
    • verb
      be stubborn in resolution or resistance
    • verb
      distinguish oneself; "She excelled in math"
    • verb
      steer away from shore, of ships

    Synonyms of "stand out" in English dictionary

    appear, seem, head are the top synonyms of "stand out" in the English thesaurus.

    Grammar and declension of stand out

    • stand out ( third-person singular simple present stands out, present participle standing out, simple past and past participle stood out)
    • stand out (third-person singular simple present stands out, present participle standing out, simple past and past participle stood out)

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