complement

[US]/ˈkɒmplɪment/
[UK]/ˈkɑːmplɪment/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. supplement
vt. make complete

Phrases & Collocations

complement system

complement activation

object complement

Example Sentences

Love is the complement of the law.

at the moment we have a full complement of staff.

shelves with a full complement of books.

The red tie complements the blue shirt perfectly.

Her cheerful personality complements his serious demeanor.

The wine served as a perfect complement to the steak.

The new furniture complements the room's modern design.

The scarf is a nice complement to her winter coat.

His skills in marketing complement her expertise in finance.

The side dish served as a complementary addition to the main course.

The music in the background complements the romantic ambiance of the restaurant.

His calm demeanor complements her nervous energy.

The artwork on the walls complements the overall decor of the room.

Real-world Examples

We are a good complement to each other.

Source: The Era Model of Bill Gates

And we come to see how the two can complement one another.

Source: Selected Film and Television News

I can do anything so long as it complements beef tenderloin.

Source: Desperate Housewives Season 5

The frigate's interior accommodations complemented its nautical virtues.

Source: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Original Version)

After the classes, we understood that we can complement and help each other.

Source: VOA Standard English_Africa

He also says that vaccines complement rather than replace fundamental public health measures.

Source: CRI Online January 2021 Collection

The colors complement each other perfectly.

Source: CET-6 Listening Past Exam Questions (with Translations)

It's really a big complement to the course in helping you practice and build confidence.

Source: Tips for IELTS Speaking.

Health sector response must be complemented in other sectors, such as environment, education and agriculture.

Source: VOA Daily Standard April 2019 Collection

She likes getting up before… Before also needs a complement.

Source: Oxford University: IELTS Foreign Teacher Course

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