Whether to use Compliment or Complement

Image via Wikipedia

Away from the computer, so I’ve scheduled blogs dealing with the language we use as writers. I hope you’ll forgive me if I don’t reply to any comments for the time being, but I’m having a very well-earned (I think so, anyway) rest for a couple of weeks.

Whether to use Compliment or Complement 

compliment: to praise, express admiration.  ‘When Jane Fonda thanked him for his compliment, Jason told her it was simply the truth that she was beautiful.’

complement: to make complete, to supply what is wanted.  ‘The fresh salmon steak needed a tossed salad to complement it.’