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
Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 9 Mar. 2025
The Oscar-winner Lady Gaga sits among an elite group of artists who can call themselves Oscar winners, a prize that certainly compliments the 14 Grammy awards already sitting atop her shelf.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 6 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
The pair were showered with messages of congratulations on their Instagram post Sunday (March 9), with friends and fans complimenting little Rosie’s name and the sweet photos the new parents shared.
—Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 9 Mar. 2025
The Oscar-winner Lady Gaga sits among an elite group of artists who can call themselves Oscar winners, a prize that certainly compliments the 14 Grammy awards already sitting atop her shelf.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliment
Noun
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The two were married for well over 50 years, and the track serves as a tribute to their decades-long love story.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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This isn’t the first time Rodrigo has paid tribute to No Doubt.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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And once again, his mom was first to congratulate him.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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The monarch, wearing a red tie and an Order of Canada lapel pin, congratulated Carney on his recent victory.—
Rob Gillies,
Chicago Tribune,
17 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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The problem is that de-escalation isn't always possible and right now some powerful institutions seem to view only one other path as possible: appeasement, a method of engagement far less likely to elicit praise and far more likely to cause damage.—
Michael S. Roth,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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Here’s how business leaders can integrate praise into their corporate culture and inspire long-term growth.—
Kunio Hara,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Compliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliment. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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