as in congratulations
best wishes
please extend our compliments to the chef for a great meal
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as in congratulates
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
complimented her on her election victory
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Recent Examples of compliments
AFAR Media, 15 Sep. 2025
The title comes compliments of songwriter Christian Yancey, who brought it to an appointment at Nashville’s Combustion Music with Nick Sainato, Chris McKenna and Jessica Farren in February 2024.
—Tom Roland, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
Got thoughts, questions, ideas, concerns, compliments or maybe even some recs for me?
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Surtain, the reigning defensive player of the year, does not lather such compliments upon wideouts willy-nilly.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Give deeper compliments Moore encourages parents to comment on more than just their kid’s appearance.
—Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
That tension—the desire to be recognized and the discomfort in handing out compliments—was brought to life in a now-famous social experiment.
—Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 7 Sep. 2025
But in the extreme, self-deprecating reactions to compliments can prevent you from seeing the truth about yourself and your capabilities.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Your social life is getting an electric boost, revealing everything from unexpected news to a surprising influx of community affairs, compliments of Uranus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Emily Price, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
That's a statement that also indirectly compliments the director for pulling off the miracle.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Swift sits next to Kelce and compliments his light blue sweater.
—Bryan West, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2025
The mouthwatering taste of the onion bun compliments the flavorful turkey ham and pastrami.
—Toriano Porter, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
Choose an organizer that compliments your interior style—the rattan piece shown here definitely adds style to this bathroom.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
Vaughan, who has plans to attend dental school, said the coursework compliments what she has been taught at home.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
Monologue Rock compliments Lorne Michaels on 25 great seasons of SNL!
—Andy Hoglund, EW.com, 15 Dec. 2024
The sleek look of this candle truly compliments any modern living space, home gym, or zen den.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Noun
Travelers can now submit not only grievances but also compliments and comments.
—AFAR Media, 15 Sep. 2025
The title comes compliments of songwriter Christian Yancey, who brought it to an appointment at Nashville’s Combustion Music with Nick Sainato, Chris McKenna and Jessica Farren in February 2024.
—Tom Roland, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
Got thoughts, questions, ideas, concerns, compliments or maybe even some recs for me?
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Surtain, the reigning defensive player of the year, does not lather such compliments upon wideouts willy-nilly.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Give deeper compliments Moore encourages parents to comment on more than just their kid’s appearance.
—Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
That tension—the desire to be recognized and the discomfort in handing out compliments—was brought to life in a now-famous social experiment.
—Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 7 Sep. 2025
But in the extreme, self-deprecating reactions to compliments can prevent you from seeing the truth about yourself and your capabilities.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Your social life is getting an electric boost, revealing everything from unexpected news to a surprising influx of community affairs, compliments of Uranus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
The smokiness compliments the meal very well.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
That's a statement that also indirectly compliments the director for pulling off the miracle.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Swift sits next to Kelce and compliments his light blue sweater.
—Bryan West, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2025
The mouthwatering taste of the onion bun compliments the flavorful turkey ham and pastrami.
—Toriano Porter, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
Choose an organizer that compliments your interior style—the rattan piece shown here definitely adds style to this bathroom.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
Vaughan, who has plans to attend dental school, said the coursework compliments what she has been taught at home.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
Monologue Rock compliments Lorne Michaels on 25 great seasons of SNL!
—Andy Hoglund, EW.com, 15 Dec. 2024
The sleek look of this candle truly compliments any modern living space, home gym, or zen den.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliments
Verb
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At the last tip meeting, Kerry congratulates his crew on a job well done.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
16 Sep. 2025
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Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes congratulates players after a first half scoring drive against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field on September 6, 2025 in Boulder, Colorado.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Sep. 2025
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In both studies, those with chronic pain scored significantly lower in regards to self-compassion than their pain-free peers.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The day after Kirk’s murder, his supporters gathered at Turning Point USA’s headquarters in Phoenix to pay their respects to the man who built a movement.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Vice President Vance and second lady Usha Vance will visit Salt Lake City Thursday to pay respects to Kirk's family, according to a source familiar with the trip who was not permitted to talk about it on the record.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The North Carolina man has pleaded not guilty to all charged and indicated his defense will center largely on his character, citing Eagle Scout commendations and community service.—
Hannah Phillips,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Highest commendations to those who made history voting for and passing it through both chambers of the legislature.—
Robert Turner,
Baltimore Sun,
2 June 2025
Noun
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The simple yet refined formula earns praise from the pros and love from our editors who keep a bottle with them at all times and use it on everything from breakouts to piercings.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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But his decision to lean into the heartache and share a moment of friendship and vulnerability online is what has earned him widespread praise among viewers.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Compliments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliments. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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