complement

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: com-ple-ment (3)

English Definition

A thing that contributes extra features to something else in such a way as to improve or emphasize its quality.

Example Sentence

This wine is a perfect complement to the meal.

US IPA /ˈkɑːmplɪmɛnt/
UK IPA /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/