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
Marci Robin, Allure, 8 June 2026
The highest compliment that could be paid to a journalist is to be compared to any of them.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Jolene Edgar, Allure, 4 June 2026
Right now, the two methods are meant to compliment each other.
—Julian Dossett, Space.com, 2 June 2026
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Noun
Lesley Manville Getting a Tony for your Broadway debut is worthy of countless compliments, but so is doing your own makeup for the award show.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 8 June 2026
The highest compliment that could be paid to a journalist is to be compared to any of them.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Verb
And now those same friends see the difference and compliment me.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 4 June 2026
Right now, the two methods are meant to compliment each other.
—Julian Dossett, Space.com, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliment
Noun
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The vast array of gems is a tribute to the maison’s rich history of Art Deco style and its early Egyptian Revival pieces, dating to an era when a new modern style was taking hold just as some antuiquity’s most significant discoveries were captivating the Western imagination.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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Elsewhere in his remarks at the ceremony, Beckham paid tribute to his family.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Finny said with regards to Joe.—
Amy Davidson Sorkin,
New Yorker,
9 June 2026
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In some regards, Mace is no different given her previous criticisms of the president.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Riquelme congratulated Pérez and accepted the result.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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Glashow passed the mic to Rosenthal, who began by congratulating director Quinn Whitney Wilson for the Netflix acquisition of the Tribeca Festival world premiere and her directorial doc debut, Jean-Michel Basquiat.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
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His actions came to light when a letter of commendation was sent to the state by Pamlico County Emergency Services.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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Gold, silver and bronze and honorary commendations will be awarded.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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The newlyweds’ tragedy quickly captured attention across the greater Atlanta area – where so many wanted to pay their respects, Praise Community Church added an overflow room and a livestream for Saturday’s service – to Kerala, India, where Dave’s family traces its roots.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
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Music fans can pay their respects to Dee Dee Ramone, as well as Chris Cornell of Soundgarden.—
Krista Simmons,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Quince's tees earn high praise for their soft texture and durability.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Still, Kind has nothing but praise for Reiser and Hunt.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Compliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliment. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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