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
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
Stewart was on the receiving end of compliments, which is a major plus a for first-time attendee at the Met — let alone the Met Gala.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
Andrew Weil, Flow Space, 8 May 2025
In the days that followed the bullying incident, Pico came home saying that the same girls who had commented on her hair complimented her dress and jacket, and later her shoes.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 May 2025
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Noun
The internet weighed in with praise and answers to Rosier's question—whether the post was a compliment or criticism.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
Stewart was on the receiving end of compliments, which is a major plus a for first-time attendee at the Met — let alone the Met Gala.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
Verb
My family and friends often compliment me on my cooking, but the secret really is the fresh ingredients from my garden.
—Andrew Weil, Flow Space, 8 May 2025
In the days that followed the bullying incident, Pico came home saying that the same girls who had commented on her hair complimented her dress and jacket, and later her shoes.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliment
Noun
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Walking arm in arm with Donatella Versace as the brand’s sole guest, Chance paid tribute to a lineage of Black artistry that transcends genre, generation, and geography.—
Essence,
Essence,
12 May 2025
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Since his mom's death, West has paid tribute to her in various ways and named two albums after her: 2021's Donda and 2022's Donda 2.—
Jack Irvin,
People.com,
12 May 2025
Verb
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The Redditor said that her mother-in-law started tearing up and her boss stood up to congratulate them.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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By the end of the production, Benson gave the cast a standing ovation and became emotional, congratulating the crew through tears.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
19 May 2025
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Those issued commendations and special recognition from the Lake County Sheriff’s Department include patrol officers Matt Anderson, John Garreffa and Morgan Kral.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2025
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Throughout her career, Jun has garnered several accolades, including best actress gongs for her TV and cinema roles as well as a commendation for her cultural contribution from South Korea’s prime minister in 2015.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Cosby is a gifted novelist whose passionate writing about the modern South has garnered him much critical praise and the admiration of President Obama.—
Chris Vognar,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025
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Cardi has been dropping hints about her new man and singing his praises over the past few months.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
13 May 2025
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“Compliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliment. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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