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Synonyms & Similar Words
smugly
self-satisfiedly
contentedly
complaisantly
obligingly
acquiescently
submissively
deferentially
respectfully
politely
courteously
affably
genially
cordially
warmly
hospitably
agreeably
pleasantly
cheerfully
gladly
willingly
peacefully
calmly
serenely
tranquilly
placidly
quietly
silently
uncomplainingly
resignedly
patiently
tolerantly
indulgently
leniently
gently
softly
smoothly
suavely
urbanely
sophisticatedly
elegantly
refinedly
Meaning of Complacently
The primary meaning of the word "Complacently" is to feel or show pleased satisfaction with oneself or one's situation.
Definitions
- Feeling or showing pleased satisfaction with oneself or one's situation, often in a way that seems self-satisfied or overly confident.
- * Having or showing a feeling of calm and contented self-satisfaction, often to the point of being smug or indifferent to potential problems.
Etymology of Complacently
The word "Complacently" originates from the Latin words "complacere", meaning to please greatly, and the suffix "-ly", which forms an adverb.
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe a feeling of self-satisfied pleasure or contentment.
Example Uses
- She smiled complacently as she accepted the award, clearly pleased with herself.
- * He walked complacently into the meeting, confident that his ideas would be well-received.
- * The company has been operating complacently for years, never thinking that their market share would be threatened.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
anxiously
nervously
apprehensively
uneasily
uncomfortably
self-consciously
critically
disapprovingly
dissatisfiedly
discontentedly
unhappily
miserably
wretchedly
dejectedly
despondently
hopelessly
desperately
frantically
hysterically
angrily
irritably
resentfully
bitterness
hostility
antagonistically
confrontationally
aggressively
belligerently