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compliment

🇬🇧 UK/'kɒmplɪm(ə)nt/🇺🇸 US/'kɒmplimәnt/
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Definitions

v.

To express praise or admiration to someone.

称赞,恭维

n.

A remark or gesture expressing praise, admiration, or respect.

赞美,称赞;恭维话

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
comtogether, with
+
plifill, full
+
mentaction, result, state
=compliment

Common Collocations

  • 1.pay a compliment称赞
  • 2.receive a compliment收到赞美

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She received a heartfelt compliment about her presentation, which boosted her confidence.

  • 2.

    The chef's new appetizers compliment the main courses perfectly on the updated menu.

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