Synonyms for

Compliments

Verb / ˈkɑ:mplʌments / Another word for compliments — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Compliments are kind or flattering remarks or actions.

Synonyms & similar words

congratulate compliment regard wish praise flattery admiration commendation applause accolade tribute kudos approval appreciation respect esteem honor reverence worship homage salute panegyric encomium eulogy

Synonyms by register

Formal

praise accolades commendations approbation

Informal

props kudos shout-outs high-fives

Literary

laudations eulogies panegyrics

Antonyms

criticisms insults disparagements condemnations rebukes censure slights

Common collocations

  • receive compliments
  • pay compliments
  • return compliments
  • offer compliments
  • mutual compliments
  • sincere compliments
  • warm compliments

Word family

noun compliment
verb compliment
adjective complimentary

Usage note

While 'compliment' and 'complement' sound the same, they have different meanings. A compliment is an expression of praise, while a complement is something that completes or enhances something else.

Example sentences

  1. He received many compliments on his artwork.
  2. She gave compliments to her friend for their hard work.
  3. A compliment can make someone's day.
  4. The teacher gave compliments to the students for their good behavior.
  5. He blushed when he received a compliment from his crush.

Quotes

  • "A compliment is verbal sunshine." - Robert Orben
  • "Compliments cost nothing, yet many pay dear for them." - Thomas Fuller
  • "The greatest compliment that was ever paid me was when someone asked me what I thought, and attended to my answer." - Henry David Thoreau

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