comlimenting

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complimenting

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: Expressing admiration, praise, or approval towards someone or something.

Example sentence: She couldn't help but compliment her friend's beautiful dress.

Sense 2:

Definition: In linguistics, adding complementary factors or substances to enhance or complete something.

Example sentence: The chef perfected the dish by complimenting it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Sense 3:

Definition: Appearing attractive or well-matched when used together.

Example sentence: The new furniture set perfectly complimented the room's modern design.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: An expression of praise, admiration, or approval.

Example sentence: Sarah blushed with pleasure upon receiving the kind compliments from her colleagues.

Sense 2:

Definition: A pleasant remark or responsive acknowledgment.

Example sentence: The audience responded with a series of compliments after the singer's amazing performance.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Having qualities that amplify or complete another's attributes or characteristics.

Example sentence: The songwriter took pride in his complimenting lyrics that perfectly highlighted the vocalist's talent.

Sense 2:

Definition: Denoting the state of being or feeling pleased due to receiving praise or approval.

Example sentence: The actress had a complimenting smile on her face as the audience applauded her remarkable performance.