compliment
noun
an expression of praise, commendation, or admiration.
complimenting
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present participleof compliment.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Shares of rival Nvidia rallied after SpaceX Chief Executive Elon Musk said the AI chip maker would be his company’s preferred supplier, complimenting the design.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
He often appeared relaxed during the gubernatorial debates, at points even complimenting or joking with his rivals as they parried on stage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
“It’s brilliant!” he whispers, complimenting her writing as propulsive.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2025
The proposed improvements aim to modernise the station while still complimenting the history and heritage of the building, they added.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2025
When we arrived at the event, people immediately started complimenting me on the dress.
From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
