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I had exactly that problem with my first boyfriend. Eventually I did too good of a job because he decided he was actually a Greek god and could do better :S
Cuddles are fun, and hugs are fun, and holding hands is fun, and none of those things have any impact on spectators, so how is it any of their business? As long as your behaviour is affectionate, and not sexual, you are 100% free to do whatever you want without fear of public reprisal.
Unfortuantely lots of people don't know this, and they fuss about it, usually because they have no one to cuddle and it makes them feel small and mean and lonely so they take it out on you, the same way if you drive a Rolls-Royce through the ghetto you'll get dirty looks. But that's not your fault and their love life is not your business so who cares?
Now, if your man sees you are delighted with him and proud of him and you demonstrate this in public with your actions (read: not only affection, but also rapt attention to his words, asking for and following his advice, introducing him to people with obvious pride, etc.) that will count for more than all the shallow compliments in the world. But words are still helpful and fun and they work really well when written down so try sending him effusive text messages and emails. That might be easier than complimenting him in person.
However, the biggest possible compliment you can give him is to love him. Because you chose HIM out of all the men in the whole world, and that makes him pretty special, don't let him forget that!
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