Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Homonyms

Question:

What is the meaning of the terms " to complement" and" to compliment" respectively?

Options:

to support, to praise

To supply a lack, to speak approvingly

to praise, to support

to speak approvingly, to supply a lack

Correct Answer:

To supply a lack, to speak approvingly

Explanation:

The correct answer is ☀ to supply a lack, to speak approvingly.

Complement and compliment are two words that are often confused because they sound similar. However, they have different meanings.

  • Complement means to complete or enhance something. For example, you might say "The red wine complemented the steak perfectly" or "The white dress complemented her complexion."
  • Compliment means to praise or express admiration for someone or something. For example, you might say "I compliment you on your presentation" or "That's a beautiful dress, you look great in it."