Synonyms of complimenting

complimenting

verb

present participle of compliment

as in congratulating

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

complimented her on her election victory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• congratulating
• hugging
• commending
• praising
• cheering
• applauding
• felicitating
• saluting
• hailing
• extolling
• lauding
• glorifying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minimizing
• diminishing
• disparaging
• belittling
• discounting
• decrying
• depreciating
• deprecating
• writing off
• putting down
• mocking
• teasing
• ridiculing
• taunting
• bad-mouthing
• jeering
• crying down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of complimenting

There has always been friction between Reed and Helen, but in the main, Reed has been successful in using a shifting combination of wheedling, scolding, complimenting, and threatening to ensure Helen fullfils her mission objectives. — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026

The shimmery shade was used as eye shadow complimenting Nash-Betts’ long black lashes, and also paired as a gloss with brown lip liner to finish off the glam designed by Naima Jamal. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

Bruno says, also complimenting his improvement on his timing and his form. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026

And the owners’ taste, in this case, is pleasant and broadly appealing, complimenting the home’s high ceilings and historic features. — Kim Velsey, Curbed, 5 Oct. 2026

Probably recordings of them complimenting one another and wishing each other a happy birthday and offering brotherly advice. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026

James became a professional wedding photographer, complimenting Vera’s rising skills as a seamstress. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026

Trump has a long history of complaining about Fox to Murdoch — while also coveting its support and complimenting its pro-Trump stars. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026

Truly, no one is more willing than a Harrie to snap 25 photos of you outside the venue (plus retakes, if necessary) before effusively complimenting your hair glitter. — Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026