· (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare; "give him my kind regards"; "my best wishes"
Hypernym(s): greeting, salutation
· a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration
Hypernym(s): praise, congratulations, kudos, extolment
· say something to someone that expresses praise; "He complimented her on her last physics paper"
Synonym(s): congratulate
Hypernym(s): praise
· express respect or esteem for
Hypernym(s): greet