outstanding
Translation
excellent, remarkable, unpaid, unresolved
Examples
She gave an outstanding performance.
She gave an outstanding performance.
He has some outstanding debts to pay.
He has some outstanding debts to pay.
Grammar Patterns
an outstanding ((noun)) an excellent (noun) She is an outstanding student.
outstanding ((noun)) an unpaid (noun) We have some outstanding bills.
Similar Words
Synonyms (excellent): exceptional, superb; Synonyms (unpaid): pending, due, unresolved
Etymology
From 'out' + 'standing'. Literally 'standing out' from the rest, which can mean being excellent or being noticeable because it's unresolved.
Memory Tips
Picture someone 'standing out' in a crowd (excellent) or a bill 'standing out' on your desk because it's unpaid.