compliment
NounTransitive Verb
Meanings
Transitive Verb
[~ someone][~ someone on something]
To praise someone politely or express admiration for them.
"The critics complimented the director on his innovative use of lighting."
Noun
A thing given to someone as a courtesy or for free.
"The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast as a compliment to its guests."
Transitive Verb
[~ something]
To contribute enhancing qualities to something else so that it is improved.
"The crisp white wine compliments the seafood perfectly."