STANDOUTS Synonyms: 100 Similar and Opposite Words

standouts

noun

plural of standout

as in stars

a person who is widely known and usually much talked about several standouts from showbiz were at the gala

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as in beauties

something very good of its kind his debut novel was a standout in an otherwise lackluster year

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Recent Examples of standouts Other standouts include Oxnard’s Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, a sprawling oceanfront resort that’s part of Hilton’s Curio Collection. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026 Sturdivant has been one of the Packers’ training camp standouts, making a convincing case for his inclusion on the 53-man roster. — Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Tour a 78-Acre Kansas City Equestrian Estate Castleton’s equine legacy spans generations, from Kentucky Derby winner Ben Brush to more recent standouts. — Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026 Other defensive standouts included Jaden Hicks forcing a fumble and Felix Anudike-Uzomah recording a sack, as the Chiefs' first-half defense impressed before a 16-15 loss. — Jeff Fedotin, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 The team is working with multiple quarterbacks and expected to employ defensive standouts DJ Clanton and Ace Leutele on offense. — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 20 Aug. 2026 The Jaguars return defensive standouts Mitchell Stehly, Connor Vose, Brandon Revelas, Joaquin Stehly, Cooper Chaney and Gauge Wright. — John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026 Among the standouts on the offensive interior are seniors Jayden Murguia and Emmanuel Ubaka, who have multiple college offers, and Immanuel Gahima and junior Nolan Lopez. — Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 In addition to Pegula, standouts include Coco Gauff, Amanda Anisimova, Ben Shelton, and Taylor Fritz. — Jason Cohen, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Love was unclear on the reasons for her volte-face, but speculated that Sky had failed to convince Bake Off stars like Paul Hollywood to make the switch.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2026
The character was loosely based on NASCAR driver Tim Richmond, the wildly talented Ohio native who was one of the sport's biggest stars at the time.

— Greg Engle, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of stars

Noun

Curry is largely there for comic relief, swanning in with a bevy of beauties, challenging Bosley (Bill Murray) to a sumo match, and, sadly, getting murdered by the pool, thus depriving us of Curry’s magnetic presence for the rest of the film.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026
Angelonia varieties such as Angelface are daring vertical beauties that adore sunshine.

— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of beauties

Noun

McGehean says this emphasis on working well together is the only way to achieve dreams.

— Jessica Bryant, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
His videos drew dozens of aspiring food truck owners, many of them immigrants like Ochoa, who entrusted him with their life savings in hopes of turning their dreams into a livelihood.

— Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of dreams

Noun

The chat show will give fans even more action, bringing them closer to the personalities, dynamics and relationships at the heart of the series.

— Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
As fans mourn Dolly Parton, two longtime Philadelphia radio personalities are remembering the country music icon for an influence that stretched far beyond her songs.

— Eva Andersen, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of personalities

Noun

People who have used Apple’s anti-nausea dots have reported that the feature works wonders in reducing motion sickness.

— Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026
From cascading waterfalls to snowcapped mountains to dense forests, these natural wonders cause visitors to stop in their tracks in every season.

— Giovanna Caravetta, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of wonders

Noun

But Jarmond later worked with a search committee that included prominent UCLA figures Bob Myers, Adam Peters and Casey Wasserman on the hiring of Bob Chesney, who quickly injected hope and optimism into the football program.

— Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
The backlash went beyond online and reached political figures like New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin, who sent The Met committee a letter urging them to reconsider honoring Galliano.

— Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

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