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COMPLEMENT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Complement.

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Complement - as a noun

A word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction

A complete number or quantity

Example: "A full complement"

Number needed to make up a whole force

Example: "A full complement of workers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
full complement
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
handsmanpowermenwork forceworkforce
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something added to complete or embellish or make perfect

Example: "A fine wine is a perfect complement to the dinner"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accompaniment

One of a series of enzymes in the blood serum that are part of the immune response

Either of two parts that mutually complete each other

Complement - as a verb

Make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to

Example: "I need some pepper to complement the sweet touch in the soup"

Example Sentences

"Her red dress is the perfect complement to her green eyes."
"The music played in the background was a nice complement to the romantic atmosphere."
"The wine served with the meal was a great complement to the flavors of the dish."
"The artwork on the walls was a beautiful complement to the modern decor."
"The scarf she wore was a stylish complement to her outfit."
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Word Game Points

Is COMPLEMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, complement is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COMPLEMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is COMPLEMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, complement is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COMPLEMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is COMPLEMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, complement is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COMPLEMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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