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Meaning of the word complement in English

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complement

US /ˈkɑːm.plə.ment/
UK /ˈkɑːm.plə.ment/
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Noun

1.

a thing that completes or brings to perfection

Example:
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The wine was a perfect complement to the meal.
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Her skills complement his perfectly.
Synonym:
additionenhancementaccompanimentfinishing touchcompletion
2.

the number or quantity of something, especially that needed to make a group complete

Example:
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The ship has a full complement of crew.
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We need a full complement of players for the team.
Synonym:
full amountquotacapacitytotalentirety

Verb

1.

add to (something) in a way that enhances or improves it; make perfect

Example:
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The new curtains complement the room's decor beautifully.
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The different flavors complement each other well in this dish.
Synonym:
enhanceimproveround outperfectcomplete
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