突出

突出 means 'prominent' or 'outstanding,' describing something that stands out clearly, whether in appearance, performance, or significance. It is often used to highlight features or qualities that are especially noticeable.

The character 突 (tū) originally meant 'sudden' or 'to burst forth,' while 出 (chū) means 'to go out' or 'to emerge.' Together, they convey the idea of something emerging or standing out clearly, like a feature that is brought to the forefront.

突出 is commonly used in contexts such as describing a person's talent, a key point in an argument, or a distinctive feature in a design. It can also be used metaphorically to emphasize importance or visibility in various situations.