Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Complement”
A thing that makes something whole or perfect by adding what is missing.
Word Family of Complement
What is the noun of complement? — complement
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- A good wine is a perfect complement to that meal. B1
- The blue shoes are a nice complement to her dress. B1
- In grammar, the object complement describes the object after a verb. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Complement
From Latin complere 'to complete' + -ment suffix.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Complement
Wrong: Her skills complement to the team.
Correct: Her skills complement the team.
Complement is a transitive verb; don't use 'to' after it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Complement
What are the word forms of “complement”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “complement”?
“complement” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “complement” come from?
From Latin complere 'to complete' + -ment suffix.