outstanding
|out-stand-ing|
B2
/aʊtˈstændɪŋ/
(outstand)
exceptional or unresolved
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outstanding' originates from the Old English word 'ūtstandan', where 'ūt-' meant 'out' and 'standan' meant 'to stand'.
Historical Evolution
'ūtstandan' transformed into the Middle English word 'outstanden', and eventually became the modern English word 'outstanding'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand out', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'exceptionally good' and 'unresolved'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
exceptionally good or impressive.
Her performance in the play was outstanding.
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Adjective 2
not yet paid, resolved, or dealt with.
There are still some outstanding issues to address.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35