Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-complacent
Adjective
/ˌsɛlf.kəmˈpleɪ.sənt/
Definition
Feeling satisfaction with oneself or one’s achievements, often without considering the need for improvement.
Examples
- After winning the award, he became self-complacent and stopped striving for further success.
- Her self-complacent attitude made it difficult for her to acknowledge her mistakes.
Meaning
Self-complacent describes a state where a person is content with themselves or their accomplishments, potentially leading to a lack of awareness about their shortcomings or the need for growth.
Synonyms
- self-satisfied
- smug
- complacent
- content
