outstanding applies to something that rises above and excels others of the same kind.

OUTSTANDING definition: prominent; conspicuous; striking. See examples of outstanding used in a sentence.

outstanding adjective (NOT FINISHED) not yet paid, solved, or done: $450 million in outstanding debts

Outstanding means very important or obvious. The company is an outstanding example of a small business that grew into a big one. His mother, whose influence on his development was outstanding, …

Define outstanding. outstanding synonyms, outstanding pronunciation, outstanding translation, English dictionary definition of outstanding. adj. 1. Excellent or exceptionally good: an outstanding essay that …

Dec 14, 2025 · outstanding (comparative more outstanding, superlative most outstanding) Charles S. Peirce, 1839 to 1914, was one of America's most outstanding intellects. Philosopher, mathematician, …

OUTSTANDING meaning: 1 : extremely good or excellent; 2 : easy to notice especially because of being important or very good

marked by superiority or distinction; excellent; distinguished: an outstanding student. continuing in existence; remaining unsettled, unpaid, etc.: outstanding debts. Economics (of securities and the …

Definition of outstanding adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective outstanding, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.