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Word: Compliment
Speech Type: Noun
mid 17th century: from French compliment (noun), complimenter (verb), from Italian complimento ‘fulfilment of the requirements of courtesy’, from Latin complementum ‘completion, fulfilment’ (reflected in the earlier English spelling complement, gradually replaced by the French form between 1655 and 1715)
ˈkɒmplɪm(ə)nt
a polite expression of praise or admiration
Short Definition:expression of praise or admiration
Examples:- she paid me an enormous compliment
Word: Compliment
Speech Type: Verb
ˈkɒmplɪmɛnt
politely congratulate or praise (someone) for something
Short Definition:congratulate or praise
Examples:- he complimented Erika on her appearance
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