compliment

/KOM-plih-munt/noun

a polite expression of praise; to praise

The chef came out to accept the table's compliment.
Synonyms
praise, tribute, accolade
Antonyms
insult, criticism
Memory hook
complIment: I like your work — praise has an I.

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