complimentary
[ kom-pluh-men-tuh-ree, -tree ]
/ ˌkɒm pləˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /
adjective
of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering: a complimentary remark.
given free as a gift or courtesy: a complimentary ticket.
noun, plural com·pli·men·ta·ries.
something given or supplied without charge, as lodging, transportation, or meals, especially as an inducement to prospective customers.
Origin of complimentary
First recorded in 1620–30;
compliment +
-ary
SYNONYMS FOR complimentary
OTHER WORDS FROM complimentary
Words nearby complimentary
complice,
complicit,
complicity,
complier,
compliment,
complimentary,
complimentary close,
compline,
complot,
comply,
compo
Example sentences from the Web for uncomplimentary
British Dictionary definitions for uncomplimentary (1 of 2)
uncomplimentary
/ (ˌʌnkɒmplɪˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ) /
adjective
not conveying, containing, or resembling a compliment
British Dictionary definitions for uncomplimentary (2 of 2)
complimentary
/ (ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ) /
adjective
conveying, containing, or resembling a compliment
expressing praise; flattering
given free, esp as a courtesy or for publicity purposes