Comp — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb abbreviation /ˈkämp/ (noun) /ˈkəmp/ (verb)

Meaning & Definition of Comp

Comp (noun)

  1. a complimentary ticket; broadly, something provided free of charge

Comp (verb)

  1. to provide (someone) with something free; also, to provide (something) free of charge
  2. to punctuate and support a jazz solo with irregularly spaced chords

Comp (abbreviation)

  1. comparative; compare
  2. compensation; compensatory
  3. compiled; compiler
  4. composition; compositor
  5. compound

Comp (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something given to someone without expectation of a return

    "this hotel offers its guests more comps, including a free bottle of champagne, than most in its class"

    similar: bestowal, donation, donative, fairing (British), freebie, gift, giveaway, handsel, lagniappe, largesse, present, presentation
    related: alms, benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, charity, contribution, dole, handout, oblation, offering, philanthropy, tithe, box (British), care package, foy (chiefly Scottish), grant, subsidy, remembrance, tribute, valentine, bonus, boon, windfall, courtesy, favor, generosity, sacrifice, gratuity, propine (Scottish), tip, award, prize, reward, dowry, bequest, legacy
    near: advance, loan, bribe, douceur, peace offering, sop

Comp (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in provide, afford

    similar: afford, furnish, provide, award, confer, endow, endue, render, lavish, regale, chip in, kick in, pitch in, throw in, aid, assist, benefit, help, bestow, contribute, donate, give, give away, present, volunteer, administer, dish out, dispense, dole out, hand out, impart, issue, mete (out), extend, fork (over, out, or up), offer, pay, proffer, pungle (up), put up, tender, sacrifice
    opposite: hold, keep, pocket, retain, withhold, preserve, save, advance, lend, loan, sell

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Comp

The most common words with a similar meaning to Comp:

British: fairing
bestowal, donation, donative, freebie, gift, giveaway, handsel, lagniappe, largesse, present, presentation, afford, furnish, provide, award, confer, endow, endue, render, lavish, regale, chip in, kick in, pitch in, throw in, aid, assist, benefit, help, bestow, contribute, donate, give, give away, volunteer, administer, dish out, dispense, dole out, hand out

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Comp

Words with the opposite meaning of Comp:

hold, keep, pocket, retain, withhold, preserve, save, advance, lend, loan, sell

Related Words for Comp

alms, benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, charity, contribution, dole, handout, oblation, offering, philanthropy, tithe, box, care package, foy, grant, subsidy, remembrance, tribute, valentine, bonus, boon, windfall, courtesy, favor, generosity, gratuity, propine, tip, prize

Near Antonyms of Comp

bribe, douceur, peace offering, sop

Word Forms of Comp

Inflections: comped, comping, comps

Origin & Etymology of Comp

short for complimentary

First known use: 1871

Words & Phrases Containing Comp

workers' compensation

Frequently Asked Questions about Comp

What does "Comp" mean?

"Comp" means a complimentary ticket; broadly, something provided free of charge. As an a noun, a verb and an abbreviation, it is defined as: a complimentary ticket; broadly, something provided free of charge. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Comp"?

Other words for "Comp" include bestowal, donation, donative, fairing, freebie, gift, giveaway and handsel. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Comp" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Comp"?

There are 87 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Comp". Common alternatives include bestowal, donation, donative, fairing, freebie, gift, giveaway, handsel, lagniappe and largesse.

What is the opposite of "Comp"?

Antonyms of "Comp" include hold, keep, pocket, retain, withhold, preserve, save and advance. Near antonyms include bribe, douceur, peace offering and sop.

How do you use "Comp" in a sentence?

Examples of "Comp" in a sentence: "this hotel offers its guests more comps, including a free bottle of champagne, than most in its class".

Is "Comp" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Comp" can be used as a noun, a verb and an abbreviation, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Comp"?

"Comp" is pronounced /ˈkämp/ as a noun and /ˈkəmp/ as a verb.

What is the origin of the word "Comp"?

"Comp" comes from short for complimentary. First known use: 1871.