1
as in favorable
expressing approval
the novel received overwhelmingly complimentary reviews
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2
as in free
not costing or charging anything
the airline will continue to give out complimentary soft drinks on all domestic flights
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Recent Examples of complimentary
An invitation to attend attend a Pacific Symphony rehearsal, complimentary tickets to a concert, and an invitation to join the brand-new Pacific Symphony Emerging Artists Network for the finalists.
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Theresa Walker, Oc Register, 14 May 2026
Staff are able to give guests complimentary rock identifications, per the park’s website.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority PassTM Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge® by The Club with two guests.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 13 May 2026
Front-office executives who’ve crossed paths with Burckhardt have been highly complimentary of him as an ascending NFL name.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for complimentary
Theresa Walker, Oc Register, 14 May 2026
Staff are able to give guests complimentary rock identifications, per the park’s website.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority PassTM Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge® by The Club with two guests.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 13 May 2026
Front-office executives who’ve crossed paths with Burckhardt have been highly complimentary of him as an ascending NFL name.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for complimentary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complimentary
Adjective
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Some time later, a colleague convinced him to rein in his gland reductions, arguing that the glands could instead be moved into a more favorable position by adjusting the platysma using a specific technique.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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The lawsuit argues that allowing such a transfer could create incentives for states to enrich a president in hopes of favorable federal treatment.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Smith, released before free agency, remains unsigned.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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After your soak, head to Sant'Angelo, a car-free fishing village with boutiques, seaside cafés, and sweeping views, or unwind on nearby Maronti Beach.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Asian markets climbed, led by Japan's Nikkei , while major bourses in Europe are also set for a positive end to the trading week.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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If patients test positive, the app provides information on booking follow-up care appointments.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
22 May 2026
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Credit insurance is typically optional, with the exception of private mortgage insurance (PMI) on a home loan.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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The study’s scope includes an optional component — triggered only if the initial assessment warrants it — that would produce a conceptual design and site plan for a potential eastern substation, including cost estimates.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2026
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But there was much more good than bad for Cole, whose velocity, efficiency and fortitude all stood out.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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There are other commendations that could be thrown on, like how this might be McCartney’s best album of the 21st century.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Complimentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complimentary. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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