Synonyms: striking, prominent, outstanding, spectacular, salient
Definition: having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
Usage: an outstanding fact of our time is that nations poisoned by anti semitism proved less fortunate in regard to their own freedom; a new theory is the most prominent feature of the book; salient traits; a spectacular rise in prices; a striking thing about Picadilly Circus is the statue of Eros in the center; a striking resemblance between parent and child
Similar words: conspicuous
Definition: obvious to the eye or mind
Usage: a tower conspicuous at a great distance; wore conspicuous neckties; made herself conspicuous by her exhibitionistic preening
Synonyms: outstanding, great
Definition: of major significance or importance
Usage: a great work of art; Einstein was one of the outstanding figures of the 20th centurey
Similar words: important, of import
Definition: of great significance or value
Usage: important people; the important questions of the day
Synonyms: outstanding, owing, undischarged
Definition: owed as a debt
Usage: outstanding bills; the amount still owed; undischarged debts
Synonyms: outstanding
Definition: distinguished from others in excellence
Usage: did outstanding work in human relations; an outstanding war record
Similar words: superior
Definition: of high or superior quality or performance
Usage: superior wisdom derived from experience; superior math students