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
Jen Guadarrama, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Sarah Stier/Getty Images/Getty Images North America DALLAS — At baseball's annual winter meetings in Dallas, the only manager coy with his compliments about superstar Juan Soto was the one in charge of his new team, if the reports are to be believed.
—Becky Sullivan, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
Glynis Kazanjian, Baltimore Sun, 21 Nov. 2024
Inside Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Ballerini was spotted showing off her change of footwear — gray slides that complimented her silver sequin gown — while seated next to her boyfriend Chase Stokes.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Some smelly cards will be mingled in with festive holiday mail this December, compliments of Citizens Energy.
—Jen Guadarrama, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Sarah Stier/Getty Images/Getty Images North America DALLAS — At baseball's annual winter meetings in Dallas, the only manager coy with his compliments about superstar Juan Soto was the one in charge of his new team, if the reports are to be believed.
—Becky Sullivan, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
Verb
Another board member complimented Baltimore for having a representative at the meeting to explain its position.
—Glynis Kazanjian, Baltimore Sun, 21 Nov. 2024
Inside Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Ballerini was spotted showing off her change of footwear — gray slides that complimented her silver sequin gown — while seated next to her boyfriend Chase Stokes.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliment
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Each piece in the collection pays tribute to Ferguson’s longstanding history with the brand as well as Ksubi pieces she’s kept throughout the years.Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Dec. 2024
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Spanish publication Montilla Digital reported on de la Torre’s death, while Spanish actors have paid tribute to their former colleague on social media.Jake Kanter, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
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In response, the city's official Facebook page posted a statement congratulating Vance on Wednesday.Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 5 Dec. 2024
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To seal the night, a sky-high Principessa cake illuminated with sparklers made the rounds, as revelers congratulated the brand’s team and soaked in the festive atmosphere.Vogue, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
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Both officers had also received multiple commendations for their service.Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
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Bob’s Big Boy is now California Pita, whose grand opening in 2007 occasioned a commendation from then-Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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The economist has won praise from US President-elect Donald Trump, whose government efficiency tsars, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, appear keen to replicate his budget cuts in the United States.Hanna Ziady, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
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Although his nominee for Labor secretary has won bipartisan praise and has a pro-labor track record, Trump’s threats to deport millions, impose tariffs and weaken worker protections have left many in the labor movement wary of what his time in office will bring.Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Compliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliment. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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