Complimentary

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑmpləˈmɛntəri/

Definitions of complimentary

adjective given or supplied free of charge

Example Sentences

A1 The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

A2 She received a complimentary upgrade to a deluxe room.

B1 The restaurant provided complimentary appetizers before the main course.

B2 As a loyal customer, he often receives complimentary tickets to events.

C1 The company sent a complimentary gift basket to thank the client for their business.

C2 The hotel's complimentary spa services were a luxurious addition to the stay.

Examples of complimentary in a Sentence

formal The hotel offers complimentary breakfast to all guests.

informal They gave us complimentary drinks at the bar.

slang I got a complimentary upgrade to first class on my flight.

figurative Her smile was complimentary to her kind personality.

Grammatical Forms of complimentary

past tense

complimented

plural

complimentaries

comparative

more complimentary

superlative

most complimentary

present tense

compliments

future tense

will compliment

perfect tense

have complimented

continuous tense

is complimenting

singular

complimentary

positive degree

complimentary

infinitive

to compliment

gerund

complimenting

participle

complimented

Origin and Evolution of complimentary

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'complimentary' originated from the Latin word 'complimentum' meaning 'fulfillment of ceremony'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe formal expressions of politeness or praise, the word 'complimentary' has evolved to also mean something given for free or as a courtesy.