B1adjectiveeducationwork
US/ˌaʊtˈstæn.dɪŋ/
UK/ˌaʊtˈstæn.dɪŋ/
extremely good, much better than others
In context
She received a prize for her outstanding results in the national exam.
The view from the top of Fansipan is absolutely outstanding.
He is an outstanding player, but he still trains every day.
Words that go with outstanding
adjective + noun
- outstanding performanceThe team gave an outstanding performance in the final.
- outstanding studentEvery year the school gives awards to its outstanding students.
- outstanding achievementWinning three gold medals was an outstanding achievement.
- outstanding qualityThis coffee is of outstanding quality for the price.
adverb + adjective
- truly outstandingThe service at this small restaurant is truly outstanding.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is very outstanding in her class.Correct: She is outstanding in her class.