n. A formal act or expression of civility, respect, or regard: as, the compliments of the season; to present one's compliments.n. An expression of praise, commendation, or admiration: as, he paid you a high compliment within my hearing.n. Flattery; polite, especially insincere, praise or commendation.n. A present or favor bestowed; a gift.To pay a compliment to; flatter or gratify by expressions of approbation, admiration, esteem, or respect, or by acts implying these feelings: as, to compliment a man on his personal appearance.To give complimentary congratulations to; felicitate: as, to compliment a prince on the birth of a son.To manifest kindness or regard for by a gift or other favor: as, he complimented us with tickets for the exhibition.To pass compliments; use ceremony or ceremonious language.