Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

compliment

[kom-pluh-muhnt, kom-pluh-ment] / ˈkɒm plə mənt, ˈkɒm pləˌmɛnt /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“Everyone was there to just compliment each other, dance with each other, have a good time. I could not have been more wrong about what I thought was going to happen there.”

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

On debate stages, candidates still draw distinctions with one another, but they also compliment their opponents and highlight areas of agreement.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

I took it as a compliment because I’m an introvert.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The president lamented that the former first lady did not compliment his performance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“Now, that is the best compliment I’ve heard in years.”

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper




Vocabulary lists containing compliment


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "compliment" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com