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1722

"Compliment" redefined

Another definition of “compliment” is added into the English language: “a present or favor bestowed, a complimentary gift.”

1650

"E" vs. "I"

The spelling of the noun “compliment” shifts from “e” to “i” because of the Italian noun “complimento”—it’s defined as: "expression of respect and civility."

1610

Compliments to the French

Compliment with an “i,” derived from the French word “complimenter,” is added to the English language as a verb with the definition: "to pay a compliment to, flatter or gratify by expression of admiration, respect."

1300s

First. Compliment. Ever.

The first version of the word "compliment" was derived from the Latin word “complementum," which was created during this time.