1
as in tribute
an admiring personal remark
a woman who does not know how to accept a compliment graciously
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2
as in congratulations
compliments plural
best wishes
please extend our compliments to the chef for a great meal
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as in to congratulate
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
complimented her on her election victory
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Recent Examples of compliment
Rebecca Schneid, Time, 18 Aug. 2025
Smith, a compliment to Demary like Hassan Diarra was to Newton, hasn’t let Hurley forget about the final game of last year’s Maui Invitational, when the Flyers embarrassed the Huskies, 85-67.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2025
Andrea Manes, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
Engelbert complimented how players have handled the latest disruptions.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Trump Tells Zelensky to Forgo Regaining Crimea and Joining NATO Ahead of White House Meeting
The black suit also prompted a lighter moment Monday, when a conservative pundit who had previously criticized Zelensky offered a compliment.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 18 Aug. 2025
Smith, a compliment to Demary like Hassan Diarra was to Newton, hasn’t let Hurley forget about the final game of last year’s Maui Invitational, when the Flyers embarrassed the Huskies, 85-67.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
Here is an opportunity to compliment and recognize your neighbors for their diligent work on maintaining their property.
—Andrea Manes, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
Engelbert complimented how players have handled the latest disruptions.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliment
Noun
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DeGroff is the father of the American cocktail renaissance and has a Scorcese-esque fascination with all things New York; Beebe’s extended tribute to the Stork Club and the cocktails therein would’ve been irresistible.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
16 Aug. 2025
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He was ordered to forfeit two diamond chains that pay tribute to friends, court records show.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The sisters also congratulated Jussie on his engagement to longtime boyfriend, Jabari Redd, in May 2025.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
22 Aug. 2025
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People were recording, congratulating, the whole nine yards.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The distribution of communion led to Cardinal Re delivering the final commendation and valediction.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
26 Apr. 2025
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Chris Copan was presented with a letter of commendation at the town’s annual Town Meeting for his actions at Woburn District Court on April 14.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Others have shared their praise for Poehler, who helped Plaza speak about her grief for the first time since Baena's passing.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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Today’s Wordle Hints And Answer Wordle Bot’s Starting Word: SLATE My Starting Word Today: SPINE (480 words remaining) The Hint: Enthusiastic praise.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Compliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliment. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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