un complimentary

adjective

of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering: a complimentary remark.

given free as a gift or courtesy: a complimentary ticket.

noun

something given or supplied without charge, as lodging, transportation, or meals, especially as an inducement to prospective customers.

Origin:
1620–30; compliment + -ary

Related forms

com·pli·men·ta·ri·ly, adverb

com·pli·men·ta·ri·ness, noun

in·ter·com·pli·men·ta·ry, adjective

qua·si-com·pli·men·ta·ry, adjective

un·com·pli·men·ta·ry, adjective

Synonyms
1. commendatory, praising, laudatory.

Antonyms
1. abusive, unflattering.

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complimentary (ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ)

—*adj*
1.	conveying, containing, or resembling a compliment
2.	expressing praise; flattering
3.	given free, esp as a courtesy or for publicity purposes

compli'mentarily

—*adv*

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Word Origin & History

complimentary

mid-17c., "conveying a compliment," from compliment. In later use loosely meaning "free of charge."

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