The phrase "appropriate compliment" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a compliment that is suitable or fitting for a particular situation or context.
Example: "She received an appropriate compliment for her outstanding presentation, which highlighted her hard work and dedication."
Alternatives: "suitable praise" or "fitting commendation".
When handed a photograph of someone's wife or children, I know how to form the appropriate compliment.
Some girls are told that they are just 'one of the guys.' To be honest, I am not quite sure if that is an appropriate compliment, because as girls, we want to be acknowledged, respected, and admired for the brilliant #GIRLBOSS we are, not for being one of the guys.
Say thanks, excuse me, all the appropriate compliments and manners.
So perhaps it's appropriate to compliment his achievement by altering Laertes' comment on his troubled sister, Ophelia.
She is being very nice and telling me all the appropriate things, compliments, reasons why the set didn't go well.
It's also a good idea to have one special, princess dress for you to wear on very special occasions, something elegant, sweet and age-appropriate that compliments your features and figure.
The book is clearly presented with appropriate diagrams to compliment the text.
Moreover, human resource policies for service outside hospitals should be developed with a view to improving the retention of physical therapists and other providers, and to ensure that LTC sector employs the appropriate human resource compliment to deliver appropriate and timely services.
40 Simple patient information targeting beliefs has been shown to improve beliefs and reduce disability among those with the most pronounced negative beliefs 41 and providing tailored and culturally appropriate information that compliments clinical care is recommended by guidelines.
However, it's not always appropriate to give compliments — doing so at inopportune times can be slightly embarrassing at best (and a major faux pas at worst).
Compliment at appropriate times.
