Stands out, surpasses (6)
I believe the answer is:
excels
This clue is a double definition.
'stands out' is the first definition.
('excel' can be a synonym of 'stand out')
'surpasses' is the second definition.
('excel' can be a synonym of 'surpass')
(Other definitions for excels that I've seen before include "Does very well, outshines" , "Does exceedingly well" , "Does extremely well, shines" , "Does extremely well, better than most" , "Performs exceptionally well" .)