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单词 complimentary
释义

complimentary

adjective

com·​pli·​men·​ta·​ry ˌkäm-plə-ˈmen-t(ə-)rē How to pronounce complimentary (audio)
1
a
: expressing praise or admiration : expressing or containing a compliment
a complimentary remark
b
: favorable
the novel received complimentary reviews
2
: given free as a courtesy or favor
complimentary tickets
complimentarily
ˌkäm-plə-ˈmen-t(ə-)rə-lē How to pronounce complimentary (audio) -(ˌ)men-ˈter-ə-lē How to pronounce complimentary (audio)
adverb

Synonyms

  • admiring
  • applauding
  • appreciative
  • approbatory
  • approving
  • commendatory
  • favorable
  • friendly
  • good
  • positive
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Example Sentences

Furtado is as complimentary about Elliott's manicure … as she is about Elliott's business acumen. David A. Keeps, Rolling Stone, 16 Aug. 2001 In the bar that evening I at last had the Holiday Inn's complimentary drink, "Tropical Aura." V. S. Naipaul, Among the Believers, 1981 Wilbur had been feeling dizzier and dizzier through this long, complimentary speech. When he heard the crowd begin to cheer and clap again, he suddenly fainted away. E. B. White, Charlotte's Web, 1952 She made complimentary remarks about his work. They handed out complimentary brochures. The restaurant offers valet parking as a complimentary service. See More
Recent Examples on the Web Hotel guests will also have exclusive access to The Library, which will offer complimentary breakfast and lunch service, as well as afternoon snacks and evening desserts. Bob Carlton | Bcarlton@al.com, al, 1 Sep. 2022 The tailgate will be complimentary to all Brewers fans attending the game and will be served on a first come, first serve basis from 3 to 7:30 p.m. Mike Hart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 14 Sep. 2021 Larkin, the Wings' captain, was complimentary to Hronek throughout the 2019-20 season. Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press, 3 Sep. 2021 Sorotos also overseas the complimentary breakfast that includes traditional Greek egg, cheese and pastry dishes served on guests’ balconies. Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 14 Aug. 2022 But the relationship hasn’t always been so complimentary. Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2022 Strom was complimentary when asked about Henry’s performance. Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 3 Aug. 2022 Russell, friendly with Chamberlain off the court, was complimentary in turn. New York Times, 31 July 2022 In some ways, the auditors’ findings were complimentary. oregonlive, 27 July 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

compliment entry 1 + -ary entry 2

First Known Use

1714, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

complimentary

adjective

com·​pli·​men·​ta·​ry ˌkäm-plə-ˈmen-tə-rē How to pronounce complimentary (audio)
-ˈmen-trē
1
: expressing or containing praise, approval, respect, or admiration
complimentary remarks
2
: given free as a courtesy or favor
complimentary tickets

complimentary

adjective

1
as in favorable
expressing approval the novel received overwhelmingly complimentary reviews

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • favorable
  • positive
  • good
  • appreciative
  • friendly
  • approving
  • admiring
  • commendatory
  • supportive
  • approbatory
  • applauding
  • warm
  • praiseful
  • laudatory
  • accepting
  • eulogistic
  • flattering
  • sympathetic
  • laudative
  • respectful
  • panegyrical
  • encomiastic
  • hagiographic
  • adulatory
  • advisory
  • adoring
  • worshipful
  • recommendatory
  • worshipping
  • hagiographical
  • idolizing
  • worshiping

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • uncomplimentary
  • negative
  • unfavorable
  • derogatory
  • unflattering
  • unfriendly
  • adverse
  • depreciatory
  • depreciative
  • inappreciative
  • critical
  • unappreciative
  • disapproving
  • captious
  • hypercritical
  • overcritical
  • disdainful
  • disparaging
  • faultfinding
  • contemptuous
  • scornful
  • censuring
  • belittling
  • cavilling
  • slighting
  • carping
  • caviling
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2
as in free
not costing or charging anything the airline will continue to give out complimentary soft drinks on all domestic flights

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • free
  • optional
  • gratis
  • gratuitous
  • costless
  • nominal
  • given
  • donated
  • voluntary
  • on the house
  • bestowed
  • discretionary
  • honorary
  • pro bono
  • unpaid
  • uncompensated
  • freewill

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • expensive
  • paid
  • costly
  • high
  • dear
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