compliment noun ˈkɒmplɪm(ə)nt/ 1. a polite expression of praise or admiration. "she paid me an enormous compliment" synonyms: flattering remark, tribute, accolade, commendation, bouquet, pat on the back, encomium; praise, acclaim, acclamation, plaudits, admiration, approbation, homage, eulogy; flattery, blandishments, blarney, honeyed words; informaltrade last; rarelaudation, eulogium "she blushed at the unexpected compliment"All Rights Reserved