Synonyms of complimented

complimented

verb

past tense of compliment

as in congratulated

to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune

complimented her on her election victory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• congratulated
• hugged
• commended
• applauded
• praised
• felicitated
• cheered
• saluted
• hailed
• extolled
• lauded
• glorified

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• diminished
• minimized
• disparaged
• discounted
• decried
• belittled
• depreciated
• put down
• deprecated
• wrote off
• teased
• ridiculed
• mocked
• taunted
• bad-mouthed
• jeered
• cried down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of complimented

Avalos complimented his players’ ability to embrace hard work and not run away from it throughout the offseason. — Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

During an interview with SensaCine México posted on Friday, July 24, the couple shared a little PDA after being complimented on their professional careers together. — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026

Increasing the mustard in the dressing imparts this salad with its traditional strong yellow hue and a sharpness complimented by the red onion and pickled jalapeño brine. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Thank you to everyone who read or contributed to this column over the years, who reached out to me with story ideas or tips, or complimented my terrible artwork. — Zach Wichter, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Nakase said the 20-year-old Lithuanian has been adjusting to the role change well and complimented her for learning on the fly. — Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 21 June 2026

Johnson also complimented first-time offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 10 June 2026

Fleck later complimented the way Lindsey was attacking summer workouts. — Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 June 2026

This is not the first time Stephen has complimented his captivating wife. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026