Compliments — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Compliments
Compliments (noun)
- an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration; especially, an admiring remark
- formal and respectful recognition, honor
- best wishes, regards
Compliments (verb)
- to express esteem, respect, affection, or admiration to, to pay a compliment to
- to present with a token of esteem
Compliments (phrase)
- to try to get people to say nice things about one
Compliments (adjective)
- indirect, devious; especially, sarcastic, insincere
- using or made with a backhand
Compliments (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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best wishes
"please extend our compliments to the chef for a great meal"
Compliments (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
"complimented her on her election victory"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Compliments
The most common words with a similar meaning to Compliments:
Near Antonyms of Compliments
Word Forms of Compliments
Inflections: complimented, complimenting
Derived words: backhandedly (adverb)
Origin & Etymology of Compliments
borrowed from French, Italian & Spanish; French, borrowed from Italian & Spanish; Italian complimento, borrowed from Spanish cumplimiento, complimiento "offer made solely for reasons of etiquette," earlier "abundance," from cumplir "to go along (with), meet the expectations (of), satisfy (obligations of courtesy)," earlier, "to carry out, execute, fulfill" + -miento -ment comply
First known use: 1598
Words & Phrases Containing Compliments
Frequently Asked Questions about Compliments
What does "Compliments" mean?
"Compliments" means an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration; especially, an admiring remark. As an a noun, a verb, a phrase and an adjective, it is defined as: an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration; especially, an admiring remark. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Compliments"?
Other words for "Compliments" include commendations, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects, congratulates and felicitates. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Compliments" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Compliments"?
There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Compliments". Common alternatives include commendations, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects, congratulates, felicitates and hugs.
How do you use "Compliments" in a sentence?
Examples of "Compliments" in a sentence: "please extend our compliments to the chef for a great meal"; "complimented her on her election victory".
Is "Compliments" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Compliments" can be used as a noun, a verb, a phrase and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Compliments"?
"Compliments" is pronounced /ˈkäm-plə-mənt/ as a noun, /ˈkäm-plə-ˌment/ as a verb and /ˈbak-ˈhan-dəd/ as an adjective and divided into syllables as com·pli·ment.
What is the origin of the word "Compliments"?
"Compliments" comes from borrowed from French, Italian & Spanish; French, borrowed from Italian & Spanish; Italian complimento, borrowed from Spanish cumplimiento, complimiento "offer made solely for reasons of etiquette," earlier "abundance," from cumplir "to go along (with), meet the expectations (of), satisfy (obligations of courtesy)," earlier, "to carry out, execute, fulfill" + -miento -ment comply. First known use: 1598.
What is another word for "Compliments" meaning "best wishes"?
When "Compliments" (noun) means best wishes, synonyms include commendations, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards and respects.