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complementary

/kɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does complementary mean?

adjective

Providing or serving in addition to what is needed or present; supplementary. Serving to complete or make perfect.

Example

"The complementary colors of red and green made the painting visually appealing."

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