The principal complemented the students on their outstanding performance, urging them to maintain the same dedication throughout the remaining academic year.

In the following sentence, four words have been highlighted which may be misspelt or inappropriate in their usage. Mark the erroneous word as the answer and if all the words are correct in their spellings and usage, choose ‘All are correct’ as the correct answer.

The correct option/answer is complemented.

Step-by-Step Explanation:

1. Analyze the context of the sentence:
The sentence describes a situation where a principal is praising or expressing approval of students for their outstanding performance.

2. Understand the distinction between homophones:

• Complimented (with an 'i'): Means to express praise, admiration, or congratulations to someone.

• Complemented (with an 'e'): Means to add to something in a way that enhances, completes, or improves it.

3. Identify the error:
In the given sentence, the word used is "complemented" (with an 'e'). However, since the principal is praising the students for their performance, the correct word to express praise is complimented.

4. Correct Sentence:
"The principal complimented the students on their outstanding performance, urging them to maintain the same dedication throughout the remaining academic year."

Therefore, the word complemented is inappropriate in its usage in this context and is the erroneous word.