Tuesday, June 7, 2011

com·pli·men·ta·ry

WHAT DOES THIS WORD ACTUALLY MEAN?


Definition of COMPLIMENTARY


1 a : expressing praise or admiration : expressing or containing a compliment
   b: favorable

2 : given free as a courtesy or favor ;complimentary tickets

Examples of COMPLIMENTARY

She made complimentary remarks about his work.

TI Sun: AUSA sponsors the annual event [River Day] that gives Fort Drum Soldiers and their families a complimentary boat tour and visit to Boldt Castle.

According to the audio below, people were charged for the River Day Event held last year. So is it complimentary or discounted? I am a little confused...