compliment

[US]/ˈkɒmplɪmənt/
[UK]/ˈkɑːmplɪmənt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. praise or flattering remark
vt. praise or express admiration for

Phrases & Collocations

compliment someone on

left-handed compliment

Example Sentences

refuse to compliment with one another

took their compliments at face value.

Insincere compliments fell from their lips.

my compliments on your cooking.

carry my compliments to your kinsmen.

I was not fishing for compliments .

compliments oil the wheels of life.

A sincere compliment boosts one's morale.

compliment a person on the birth of a son

compliments that tickle their vanity. displease

sugary compliments; a sugary smile.

he complimented Erika on her appearance.

complimenting the other team's good play.

help yourself to a drink, compliments of the house!.

A free sample is enclosed with the compliments of the manufacturer.

paying compliments; paying attention.

David complimented Mary on her new job.

They gave us a compliment on our beautifully set table.

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