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   Com·pli·ment

   noun

   • 1. a polite expression of praise or admiration: "she paid me an enormous compliment" Similar flattering remarktributeaccoladecommendationbouquetpat on the backencomiumpraiseacclaimacclamationplauditsadmirationapprobationhomageeulogyflatteryblandishmentsblarneyhoneyed wordsinformal, dated:trade lastrare:laudationeulogiumOpposite insultcriticism
   • ▪ an act or circumstance that implies praise or respect: "it's a compliment to the bride to dress up on her special day"
   • ▪ congratulations or praise expressed to someone: "my compliments on your cooking" Similar congratulationspraisecommendationsinformal:kudos
   • ▪ greetings or regards, especially when sent as a message: "carry my compliments to your kinsmen" Similar greetingsgood wishesbest wishesregardsrespectssalutationsfelicitationsarchaic:remembrancesdevoirs

   verb

   • 1. politely congratulate or praise (someone) for something: "he complimented Erica on her appearance"
   • ▪ praise (something) politely: "complimenting the other team's good play"
   • ▪ present someone with (something) as a mark of courtesy: "Prince George expected to be complimented with a seat in the royal coach"

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from French compliment (noun), complimenter (verb), from Italian complimento ‘fulfillment of the requirements of courtesy’, from Latin complementum ‘completion, fulfillment’ (reflected in the earlier English spelling complement, gradually replaced by the French form between 1655 and 1715).

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   The meaning of COMPLIMENT is an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration; especially : an admiring remark. How to use compliment in a sentence.

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   Compliment definition: an expression of praise, commendation, or admiration. See examples of COMPLIMENT used in a sentence.

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   COMPLIMENT definition: 1. a remark that expresses approval, admiration, or respect: 2. an action that expresses approval…. Learn more.

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   A compliment is an expression of respect or admiration, like, "You're such a good writer," or "You know so many words!" Keep them coming. Compliments are always welcome, because they usually make people feel good. It’s saying something nice about someone or something.

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   COMPLIMENT meaning: 1. a remark that expresses approval, admiration, or respect: 2. an action that expresses approval…. Learn more.

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   1. an expression of praise, commendation, or admiration. 2. a formal act or gesture of civility, respect, or regard: The mayor paid her the compliment of a police escort. 3. compliments, a courteous greeting; good wishes; regards: to send one's compliments. v.t. 4. to pay a compliment to; commend; praise.

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   A compliment is a polite remark that you say to someone to show that you like their appearance, appreciate their qualities, or approve of what they have done.

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   A formal act or expression of courtesy or respect. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Courteous greetings; respects. Send it with our compliments. Webster's New World. Good wishes; regards. Extend my compliments to your parents. American Heritage. A gift given for services; tip. Webster's New World. More Noun Definitions (2) Synonyms: stroke

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishcompliment noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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    [countable] a comment that expresses praise or approval of somebody. to pay somebody a compliment (= to praise them for something) ‘You understand the problem because you're so much older.’ ‘I'll take that as a compliment!’. It's a great compliment to be asked to do the job.

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    compliment meaning: 1. something that you say or do to show praise or admiration for someone: 2. used by someone to…. Learn more.