Pronunciation: /ʌnkɑmplɪˈmɛntəri/
adjective An adjective that describes something as not flattering or favorable.
A1 She received some uncomplimentary comments about her outfit.
A2 The review of the restaurant was uncomplimentary, criticizing the service and food.
B1 The uncomplimentary remarks made by the boss left the employee feeling demoralized.
B2 The journalist wrote an uncomplimentary article about the politician, highlighting their scandals.
C1 The art critic's uncomplimentary review of the exhibition caused controversy among the artists.
C2 The actor was upset by the uncomplimentary reviews of his performance in the play.
adverb An adverb that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate that something is not complimentary.
A1 She spoke uncomplimentarily about his cooking skills.
A2 The review of the movie was uncomplimentary towards the lead actor.
B1 The article was written in an uncomplimentary tone towards the government's policies.
B2 The critic's review was uncomplimentary but fair in its assessment of the restaurant.
C1 His uncomplimentary remarks towards his colleagues caused tension in the office.
C2 The journalist's uncomplimentary portrayal of the company led to a public relations crisis.
formal The critic's review was full of uncomplimentary remarks about the actor's performance.
informal She couldn't help but make uncomplimentary comments about her coworker's outfit.
slang The online trolls were posting uncomplimentary memes about the politician.
figurative His uncomplimentary words were like daggers to her heart.
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