stood out

VERB

be conspicuous, prominent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

emerge loom stick out

WEAK

attract attention be distinct be highlighted be striking beetle bulge bulk catch the eye jut overhang poke pouch project protrude

Antonyms

WEAK

obscure

Example Sentences

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Two particularly famous specimens, nicknamed "Jane" and "Petey," stood out from the rest.

From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026

While middle- and working-class Americans signaled the most economic strain, the pessimism felt by the upper classes stood out for having worsened, despite the ways the economy has favored them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

On a strong day for technology stocks, storage providers stood out.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

The Jinba + Za’atar mana’eesh stood out for its beautifully charred crust, the result of a 72-hour fermentation and a scorching-hot oven.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

They stood out like marigold blossoms in the grass.

From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins