compliments
n. countablen. kind words that you say to someone to show you admire them or their work. You give these when you want to make someone feel good about themselves.
n. polite expressions of praise, commendation, or admiration. Often used in the plural to refer to the act of paying tribute to someone's qualities or achievements.
She received many compliments on her new dress.
The chef came out to the dining room after the guests sent their compliments to the kitchen.
While some people find it difficult to accept sincere compliments without deflection, such positive reinforcement is essential for maintaining morale within a high-pressure professional environment.
Commonly used with the verbs 'pay', 'give', or 'receive'.
She gave me a complementShe gave me a complimentLearners often confuse 'compliment' (praise) with 'complement' (something that completes or goes well with something else).