Stand out

verb

Word Frequency: 4.3

Definitions

1.verbTo persist in opposition or resistance (against something); to refuse to comply (with someone).

2.verbTo be obvious or conspicuous, in contrast to the surroundings.

"Tourist guides often carry umbrellas so that they stand out in a crowd."

3.verbTo be extraordinary and different or to have features and qualities which make someone or something special.

"She stood out from the other candidates and was offered the job."

4.verbTo sail in a direction away from shore.

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