- past tense form of complement.
- past participle of complement.
complemented
Americanadjective
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having a complement or complements.
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Mathematics. (of a lattice containing a smallest element and a greatest element) having the property that corresponding to each element of the lattice is a second element such that the greatest lower bound of the two elements is the smallest element of the lattice and the least upper bound of the two elements is the greatest element of the lattice.
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“The main level features a spectacular primary suite, complemented by an upper-level second primary suite and four additional bedroom suites,” added the listing.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
Neutron imaging allowed the team to confirm earlier observations, examine large bones including Scotty's rib without damaging them, and obtain additional image contrast that complemented the information gathered through other methods.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 24, 2026
He says these structural drivers are also complemented by the seasonal period extending into February.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
One of the great achievements attributed to manager Lionel Scaloni was being the first coach to build a team that complemented Messi rather than relying on him.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
His eyes were big and they complemented his full cheekbones, which looked as if he had something in his mouth.
From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah
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