Which should you use, complementary or complimentary? The adjective complementary means completing
something else. The adjective complimentary means admiring or free.
| Incorrect: |
We have received many
complementary comments from our clients. |
| Correct: |
We have received many complimentary
comments from our clients. |
| Incorrect: |
Complementary tickets are
available to staff who wish to attend. |
| Correct: |
Complimentary tickets are available
to staff who wish to attend. |
| Incorrect: |
There are two complimentary
forces in nature. |
| Correct: |
There are two complementary forces
in nature. |
