Question

which sentence uses the underlined word correctly?

gladys wanted to redecorate her living room so it would better compliment her personal style.
frank and alice make sure to compliment their triplets for good behavior.
monica received many complements about her homemade lasagna.

Explanation:

Define the meanings of the homophones

• Complement: Something that completes, enhances, or improves something else.
• Compliment: An expression of praise, admiration, or congratulation.

Evaluate each sentence option

• Option 1: "Gladys wanted to redecorate her living room so it would better compliment her personal style."
• Analysis: The intended meaning is to enhance or complete her style, which requires "complement." Incorrect.
• Option 2: "Frank and Alice make sure to compliment their triplets for good behavior."
• Analysis: The intended meaning is to praise them, which correctly uses "compliment." Correct.
• Option 3: "Monica received many complements about her homemade lasagna."
• Analysis: The intended meaning is praise, which requires "compliments." Incorrect.

Select the correct option

• Option 2 uses the underlined word correctly.

Answer:

• Gladys wanted to redecorate her living room so it would better compliment her personal style.
• Frank and Alice make sure to compliment their triplets for good behavior. (Correct answer)
• Monica received many complements about her homemade lasagna.