[stand-out] 
| 1. | something or someone, as a person, performance, etc., remarkably superior to others: Evans was a standout in the mixed doubles. |
| 2. | someone who is conspicuous in an area because of his or her refusal to conform with the actions, opinions, desires, etc., of the majority. |
| 3. | outstanding; superior. |
| stand·out (stānd'out') n. One that is conspicuous by virtue of excellence or superiority: "In the hard-working ... supporting cast, there are two standouts" (New York). |