COMPLEMENTARY Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

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

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Recent Examples on the Web Engaging the opposite sign will provide balance and depth through their complementary qualities. —

Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024 Our students needed complementary, human-focused, skills in order to really excel in the job. —

Chris Muller, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 Although denim remains the core of the collection, the brand has expanded into other products such as complementary tops, jackets and outerwear. —

Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 3 Oct. 2024 The team also created a complementary phylogeny of 276 ant species. —

Byariana Remmel, science.org, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for complementary

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