Complement or Compliment?

complement

A complement is something that makes up a satisfying whole with something else. Those shiny red shoes you just bought complement your shiny red purse.

compliment

A compliment is an expression of respect or admiration, like, "You're such a good writer," or "You know so many words!" Keep them coming.

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complement A complement is something that makes up a satisfying whole with something else. Those shiny red shoes you just bought complement your shiny red purse. compliment A compliment is an expression of respect or admiration, like, "You're such a good writer," or "You know so many words!" Keep them coming. [Source.](https://www.vocabulary.com/articles/chooseyourwords/complement-compliment/)

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[–] PhunkyPlatypus 2 points (+2|-0)

I actually had no idea there was a difference in spelling. Huh, TIL.

[–] [Deleted] 3 points (+3|-0)

I was taking notes during a meeting this morning and typed the word "complementary" on the screen. One of my coworkers said the same thing. She never knew it was spelled that way. And thus, a post was born on Phuks and Poal.

Complement or Compliment?

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