complement

Intermediate

/ˈkɑːm.plə.ment/

verb
To complete, make perfect

complement in a sentence

  • “Ann's scarf complements her blouse beautifully, making her seem fully dressed even though she isn't wearing a coat.”
  • “The shirt complements the suit nicely.”
  • “A delicious dinner complemented by a splendid dessert.”
  • “The soup and salad complement each other well.”

What does “complement” mean?

complement (verb) means to complete, make perfect. It is pronounced /ˈkɑːm.plə.ment/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "complement" mean?
complement (verb) means: To complete, make perfect
How do you pronounce "complement"?
"complement" is pronounced /ˈkɑːm.plə.ment/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "complement" in a sentence?
Here is "complement" used in a sentence: Ann's scarf complements her blouse beautifully, making her seem fully dressed even though she isn't wearing a coat.

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