Meaning
- Stand out means to be very noticeable, clearly different, or easily recognized compared to others.
- It can also mean to be outstanding, remarkable, or distinguished.
Grammar and Usage
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Verb type: Phrasal verb (intransitive).
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Typical patterns:
- stand out from sth = be different from
- stand out in sth = be noticeable in a group
- stand out as sth = be recognized as having a particular quality
Examples of structures:
- She stands out from the crowd.
- He stood out as the best player.
Common Phrases
- stand out from the crowd – to be different or special compared to others.
- stand out like a sore thumb – to be very noticeable in an awkward way.
- make sth stand out – to highlight something.
Collocations
- verbs + stand out: really stand out, clearly stand out
- stand out + as: stand out as a leader, stand out as an example
- stand out + from: stand out from competitors, stand out from the rest
Examples
- Her bright red coat made her stand out in the crowd.
- He really stands out as a natural leader.
- This painting stands out from the others because of its bold colors.
- Among all the applicants, she stood out for her experience.
- The mistake on the report stood out like a sore thumb.
- His talent stands out even in a team of skilled professionals.
- That shop sign stands out at night because of its neon lights.
- She stands out as the best candidate for the job.
Synonyms or Related
- shine
- be noticeable
- be remarkable
- be prominent
- draw attention
Antonym
- blend in
- fade into the background
- be unnoticeable