outstanding answer

[/ˌaʊtˈstændɪŋ ˈænsər/]
noun phrasepl: outstanding answers
resposta excelente
1. An exceptionally good, remarkable, or superior response to a question or problem
Her outstanding answer to the difficult question impressed all the judges.
A resposta excelente dela para a pergunta difícil impressionou todos os juízes.
2. A response that stands out due to its clarity, accuracy, or depth of understanding
The student gave an outstanding answer that demonstrated deep knowledge of the subject.
O aluno deu uma resposta excelente que demonstrou profundo conhecimento do assunto.
In both American and Brazilian educational contexts, giving an 'outstanding answer' is highly valued and often receives praise and recognition. In Brazil, this phrase is frequently used in classroom settings, exams, and academic discussions. In the USA, it's commonly heard in educational environments, job interviews, and competitive settings like quiz bowls or academic competitions.
NYC Slang
killer answer / fire answer
Synonyms / Sinônimos
excellent answersuperior answerremarkable answerexceptional answerbrilliant answer
Antonyms / Antônimos
poor answerinadequate answermediocre answerweak answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta excelente
Most common translation used in educational and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
resposta sensacional
More colloquial, emphasizing the impressive nature of the answer
São Paulo
resposta de destaque
More formal, often used in professional and academic settings
Portugal
resposta notável
Portuguese preference for 'notável' instead of 'excelente' in some contexts

Related Words

answerresponseexceptionaloutstandingexcellencedistinction

Related Idioms & Phrases

knock it out of the park
hit it out of the park
ace the question
nail the answer
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