complimenting
v.to say something nice about someone or something. You use this when you want to praise someone's appearance, work, or behavior.
v.to express praise or admiration for someone or something. Transitive — requires a direct object.
“She is complimenting your new haircut.”
“He spent the entire evening complimenting her on her professional skills and her choice of clothing.”
“While some people find constant complimenting uncomfortable, others view it as a necessary social lubricant that helps build confidence and foster positive relationships.”
“Singer Billie Eilish was especially flirty, giggling after complimenting Dimoldenberg's body.”
“FitzSimons said C explained that he was a junior employee at 2GB and in his early 20s and Jones was “the sun king” when he started paying attention to him and complimenting him.”