overstep vs stand out
stand out vs overstepoverstep and stand out both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| overstep | No | No | Yes | No |
| stand out | No | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
stand out is a hypernym of
overstep; that is, stand out is a
word with a broader meaning than overstep:
- overstep: be superior or better than some standard
- stand out: distinguish oneself
| overstep (verb) | stand out (verb) |
|---|---|
| pass beyond (limits or boundaries) | be stubborn in resolution or resistance |
| be superior or better than some standard | steer away from shore, of ships |
| distinguish oneself | |
| be highly noticeable |
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