"complement"的定义和意义

to complement

动词

补充, 配合

to add something that enhances or improves the quality or appearance of someone or something

Transitive: to complement sth

Example

The new accessories complemented her outfit, adding a touch of elegance.

A well-chosen background music can complement the atmosphere of a social event.

Complement

名词

补语, 成分

(grammar) a word, phrase, or clause that is necessary to complete the meaning of a predication

What is a "complement"?

A complement is a word or group of words that completes the meaning of a verb, adjective, or noun in a sentence. Complements provide essential information that clarifies or specifies the subject or object. There are several types of complements, including subject complements, which follow linking verbs and describe or identify the subject, as in "She is a teacher," where "a teacher" complements the subject "She." Object complements, on the other hand, follow and provide more information about a direct object, as in "They elected him president," where "president" complements the direct object "him." Understanding complements is important for grasping how different elements in a sentence work together to convey complete ideas.

补充, 补足物

something added to complete or embellish or make perfect

补充, 补足

number needed to make up a whole force

补充物, 补足物

a complete number or quantity

补充, 互补

either of two parts that mutually complete each other

补体, 补充物

one of a series of enzymes in the blood serum that are part of the immune response