Lexic.us

Definition of Compliment

1. Verb. Say something to someone that expresses praise. "He complimented her on her last physics paper"

2. Noun. A remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration.

3. Verb. Express respect or esteem for.

Definition of Compliment

1. n. An expression, by word or act, of approbation, regard, confidence, civility, or admiration; a flattering speech or attention; a ceremonious greeting; as, to send one's compliments to a friend.

2. v. t. To praise, flatter, or gratify, by expressions of approbation, respect, or congratulation; to make or pay a compliment to.

3. v. i. To pass compliments; to use conventional expressions of respect.

Definition of Compliment

1. Noun. An expression of praise, congratulation, encouragement, or respect. ¹

2. Noun. Complimentary language; courtesy, flattery. ¹

3. Verb. (intransitive) To pay a compliment; to express a favorable opinion. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Compliment

1. [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Compliment

complicating complication complications complice complices complicit complicities complicitous complicitousness complicity

complied complier compliers complies compliment (current term) complimental complimentally complimentarily complimentariness complimentary

complimentative complimented complimenter complimenters complimenting compliments complin compline complines

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