Meaning of the word outstanding in English

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outstanding

US /ˌaʊtˈstæn.dɪŋ/

UK /ˌaʊtˈstæn.dɪŋ/

exceptionally good; excellent

Example:

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She is an outstanding student.

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The team delivered an outstanding performance.

Synonym:

excellent superb magnificent splendid marvellous

not yet paid, settled, or dealt with

Example:

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There are still some outstanding bills to pay.

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We need to address the outstanding issues from the meeting.

Synonym:

unpaid due overdue unsettled pending

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