complimentary

/ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛnt(ə)ɹi/adj
Middle School
1

In the nature of a compliment.

2

Free; provided at no charge.

3

With respect to the closing of a letter, formal and professional.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing