compliment, complement
Please watch this word. I’ve seen it cropping up misused across the site lately.
compliment: an expression of esteem or admiration
complement: something that fills up, completes, or makes perfect
Yes: The addition of mustard complements a hot dog.
Yes: I simply must compliment this street vendor on this delicious hot dog.
No: The thick slice of Berkshire pork compliments the bowl of ramen.
