adjectiveadverb

herausragend

outstanding

Etwas ist sehr gut und deutlich besser als das Übliche.

The German word "herausragend" is an adjective that means "outstanding" or "exceptional". It is derived from the verb "herausragen" which means "to stand out". This verb is made up of "heraus" (out) and "ragen" (to project or to stand).

Words with a similar meaning include:

"hervorragend" (excellent or superb)
"überragend" (superior or preeminent)
"exzellent" (excellent)

Differences:

"Hervorragend" typically emphasizes prominence or exceptional quality.
"Überragend" underscores dominance or superiority in comparison to others.
"Exzellent" is a direct borrowing from Latin and carries a connotation of high quality and can be used in formal or academic contexts.

Each synonym conveys a notion of exceptional quality, but their use can vary slightly in terms of context and nuance.