Words We Confuse >> RulesComplement vs. Compliment Examples
Complement vs. Compliment
Complement
<verb>
- To add or enhance something so that it is improved or complete
- example: Those shoes complement your dress.
<noun>
- Something that completes or makes perfect
- example: A good dessert is a complement to a great dinner.
Compliment
<verb>
- To congratulate or praise someone for something
- example: I want to compliment you on your success.
<noun>
- An expression of praise
- example: That was a good compliment.
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Words We Confuse >> RulesComplement vs. Compliment Examples
Examples
Complement
- That watch complements your shirt.
- Your skills complement mine.
- This lipstick complements your skin tone.
- You complement each other.
Compliment
- Thank you for your compliment.
- Can I give you a compliment?
- Give her a compliment.
- He deserves a compliment too.