Associations to the word «Compliment»

Wiktionary

COMPLIMENT, noun. An expression of praise, congratulation, encouragement, or respect.
COMPLIMENT, noun. (uncountable) Complimentary language; courtesy, flattery.
COMPLIMENT, noun. Common misconstruction of complement
COMPLIMENT, verb. (ambitransitive) To pay a compliment (to); to express a favorable opinion (of).
COMPLIMENT, verb. Misspelling of complement.

Dictionary definition

COMPLIMENT, noun. A remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration.
COMPLIMENT, verb. Say something to someone that expresses praise; "He complimented her on her last physics paper".
COMPLIMENT, verb. Express respect or esteem for.

Wise words

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