Synonyms of complementary

complementary

adjective

ˌkäm-plə-ˈmen-t(ə-)rē 

as in supplementary

related to each other in such a way that one completes the other

the complementary contributions of the cooking and cleanup committees were essential to the success of the church barbecue

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supplementary
• reciprocal
• mutual
• supplemental
• collective
• combined
• correlative
• cooperative
• communal
• joint
• symbiotic
• common
• shared
• conjoint
• united

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonreciprocal
• noncomplementary

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of complementary

Pippa and Alison bring hugely valuable and complementary perspectives, from the craft and ambition behind some of the world’s most successful film and television productions to the phenomenal growth of digital creators and new platforms. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026

For the first four games of this season, Wilson has stood out — albeit through immense growing pains — while Buzelis tried to figure out his role as a complementary piece. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

Iskur Denim is navigating color in two complementary ways, according to sales manager Levent Bozgeyik. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026

The two are always dressed to balance each other onscreen, as in complementary lavender and yellow, or that aforementioned ball’s gold and silver. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026