complement — a thing that completes or brings to perfection
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a thing that completes or brings to perfection
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːmplɪmənt/
Example Sentences
- Pineapple on pizza? Some say it's the perfect complement, others call it a crime against humanity.
- His terrible singing voice was perfectly complemented by his equally terrible dancing.
- The study group had a full complement of students who specialized in different subjects.
complement
NOUN[/ˈkɑːmplɪmənt/]
a thing that completes or brings to perfection
a thing that completes or brings to perfection
Complement the element, make the whole more relevant — when the missing piece fits, the picture turns elegant.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'complementum' meaning 'that which fills up or completes,' derived from 'complere' (to fill up, complete), composed of 'com-' (with, together) and 'plere' (to fill).
Breakdown
com- (together, with) + -plete (fill) + -ment (noun suffix denoting result or state) = complement
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📝Examples
“Pineapple on pizza? Some say it's the perfect complement, others call it a crime against humanity.”
“His terrible singing voice was perfectly complemented by his equally terrible dancing.”
“The study group had a full complement of students who specialized in different subjects.”
“Coffee and sleep deprivation complement each other in every student's life.”
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