complimentary
adjective
com·pli·men·ta·ry
ˌkäm-plə-ˈmen-t(ə-)rē 
1
a
: expressing praise or admiration : expressing or containing a compliment
a complimentary remark
b
: favorable
the novel received complimentary reviews
2
: given free as a courtesy or favor
complimentary tickets
Examples of complimentary in a Sentence
Furtado is as complimentary about Elliott's manicure … as she is about Elliott's business acumen.
—
David A. Keeps, Rolling Stone, 16 Aug. 2001
In the bar that evening I at last had the Holiday Inn's complimentary drink, "Tropical Aura."
—V. S. Naipaul, Among the Believers, 1981
Wilbur had been feeling dizzier and dizzier through this long, complimentary speech. When he heard the crowd begin to cheer and clap again, he suddenly fainted away.
—E. B. White, Charlotte's Web, 1952
She made complimentary remarks about his work.
They handed out complimentary brochures.
The restaurant offers valet parking as a complimentary service.
David A. Keeps, Rolling Stone, 16 Aug. 2001
In the bar that evening I at last had the Holiday Inn's complimentary drink, "Tropical Aura."
—V. S. Naipaul, Among the Believers, 1981
Wilbur had been feeling dizzier and dizzier through this long, complimentary speech. When he heard the crowd begin to cheer and clap again, he suddenly fainted away.
—E. B. White, Charlotte's Web, 1952
She made complimentary remarks about his work.
They handed out complimentary brochures.
The restaurant offers valet parking as a complimentary service.
Recent Examples on the Web
Despite its relatively small size, the ship – which began sailing in 2022 – felt spacious with wide hallways and luxurious touches, such as complimentary espresso machines and heated bathroom floors in the cabins.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
The workshop includes a presentation on plant basics, a question-and-answer session and a complimentary 4-inch plant and pot.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Sailing on identical, adults-only ocean ships furnished in sleek Scandinavian design, passengers enjoy luxurious, all-inclusive experiences, which cover meals, 24-hour room service, most beverages, Wi-Fi, port taxes and fees, spa access, and one complimentary excursion in every port of call.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
There's locally roasted coffee, BC wine, and a complimentary minibar.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
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Nathan Diller, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
The workshop includes a presentation on plant basics, a question-and-answer session and a complimentary 4-inch plant and pot.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Sailing on identical, adults-only ocean ships furnished in sleek Scandinavian design, passengers enjoy luxurious, all-inclusive experiences, which cover meals, 24-hour room service, most beverages, Wi-Fi, port taxes and fees, spa access, and one complimentary excursion in every port of call.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
There's locally roasted coffee, BC wine, and a complimentary minibar.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for complimentary
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“Complimentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/complimentary. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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complimentary
adjective
com·pli·men·ta·ry
ˌkäm-plə-ˈment-ə-rē
-ˈmen-trē
1
: expressing or containing a compliment
a complimentary remark
2
: given free as a courtesy or favor
complimentary tickets
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