1
as in tribute
an admiring personal remark
a woman who does not know how to accept a compliment graciously
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2
as in congratulations
compliments plural
best wishes
please extend our compliments to the chef for a great meal
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as in to congratulate
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
complimented her on her election victory
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Recent Examples of compliment
Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Amazon reviewers rave that these chic, stylish heels are comfortable right out of the box—just be prepared for all the compliments you’re bound to receive with each wear.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 19 Mar. 2025
Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Always listen to the good ideas from the talented people around you and find ways to incorporate those ideas in a way that compliments your ideas.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
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Noun
These darling cards are sure to earn you lots of compliments.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Amazon reviewers rave that these chic, stylish heels are comfortable right out of the box—just be prepared for all the compliments you’re bound to receive with each wear.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
This isn’t the kind of puzzle thriller in which all the elements click into place with a thudding literalism that compliments an attentive eye.
—Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Always listen to the good ideas from the talented people around you and find ways to incorporate those ideas in a way that compliments your ideas.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliment
Noun
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John Amos‘ last acting role before his death in August 2024 was in the series premiere of Suits LA, and this Sunday, the NBC drama paid tribute to the late actor with a significant storyline.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
6 Apr. 2025
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Additional tributes came from the likes of Nicolas Cage, Michael Mann and many others.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The singer pushed his chair back, watched in awe, and then leaped up from his seat to congratulate Hill up close.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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However, many of his followers went to the comments to ask about his new bundle of joy and congratulate him.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Former San Jose Public Art Director Barbara Goldstein appeared before the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors this month to accept a commendation for Womanhood.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
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While these commendations are encouraging, the students say witnessing a direct impact on families has been the most rewarding.—
Tara Sreekrishnan,
The Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2025
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Poehler's commitment to her character led to immense success for Parks and Rec over the years, with the star earning praise from audiences and the TV Academy, which honored her with eight Emmy nominations across several categories for her work on the sitcom as a producer, actress, and writer.—
Joey Nolfi,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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So Forest’s recruitment team again deserve significant praise.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Compliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliment. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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