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Synonyms & Similar Words
supplement
addition
accessory
adjunct
appendage
enhancement
improvement
augmentation
enlargement
expansion
extension
increase
increment
accretion
annex
appendage
attachment
booster
complementation
completion
consummation
enhancement
enrichment
fulfillment
perfection
realization
reinforcement
strengthening
Meaning of Complement
something that completes or enhances something else
Definitions
- A thing that completes or enhances something else by providing what is lacking or needed
- * A set of equipment or staff that makes something complete
- * A word or phrase that completes the meaning of a verb
Etymology of Complement
The word "complement" originated from the Latin "complementum", which is derived from "complere", meaning "to complete" or "to fulfill"
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including mathematics, grammar, and music, to describe something that completes or enhances something else
Example Uses
- The new employee is a perfect complement to our team
- * The sauce is a complement to the dish, adding flavor and texture
- * The company's new product line is a complement to their existing range
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
opposite
reverse
contradiction
antithesis
contrast
mismatch
discrepancy
difference
distinction
divergence
inconsistency
incompatibility
incongruity
discord
clash
conflict
hindrance
impediment
obstacle
opposition
hindrance