Question

Below are given three sentences with one common word in each. Choose the sentence that incorrectly uses the word.

Complement

i. The red wine was a perfect complement to the steak dinner last night.

ii. She received a complement of flowers on her birthday following which she felt exhilarated.

iii. The chef decided to complement the recipe with salt to make it even more palatable.

A Only i Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Only ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Only iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Only i & iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

In this sentence, "complement" should be replaced with "season" or "enhance" to make it correct. "Complement" means to complete or go well with something, and it is not typically used in the context of adding salt to a recipe.

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