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GATE 2018 ME (ME2) – Question 1

General Aptitude · Verbal Aptitude: Grammar and Vocabulary · 1 mark · Multiple choice

“The dress ______ her so well that they all immediately ______ her on her appearance.” Choose the best words.

  1. complemented, complemented
  2. complimented, complemented
  3. complimented, complimented
  4. complemented, complimented

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Correct answer: (D) complemented, complimented

Explanation

The dress complemented her, meaning it suited or enhanced her appearance. The people complimented her, meaning they praised her. Therefore **complemented,complimented, D**. Distinguish completing or enhancing something from expressing praise.