compliment
/ˈkɒmplɪmənt/ · /ˈkɑːmplɪmənt/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2850 in the learning path
赞美；称赞
Definitions
n. A remark expressing admiration or approval.
赞美；称赞
v. To tell someone that you admire something about them.
称赞；赞美
Example
Her compliment about my cooking made me smile.
她对我厨艺的称赞让我笑了。
Teachers who compliment students on specific improvements can strengthen motivation and encourage continued effort.
教师若针对学生的具体进步给予表扬，就能增强学习动力，鼓励他们继续努力。
Collocations
- pay someone a compliment
- compliment someone on something
- accept a compliment
- a sincere compliment
Word family
- complimentary (adj.)
Synonyms
- praise
Antonyms
- insult
Usage tip
compliment是赞美；complement是补充、相辅相成。
FAQ
- What does compliment mean?
- A remark expressing admiration or approval. To tell someone that you admire something about them.
- How is compliment pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/, US /ˈkɑːmplɪmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
