compliment

Noun
  1. A remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration (synset 106707972)
    is a type of: congratulations, extolment, kudos, praise - an expression of approval and commendation
    subtypes:
    • trade-last - a compliment that I heard about you that I offer to trade for a compliment you have heard about me
    • flattery - excessive or insincere praise
    • fulsomeness, smarm, unction - excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm
Verb
  1. Say something to someone that expresses praise (synset 200883182)
    "He complimented her on her last physics paper"
    is a type of: praise - express approval of
    same as: congratulate
  2. Express respect or esteem for (synset 200883422)
    is a type of: greet - send greetings to

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