complacent
0 antonyms and opposites of complacent, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Too pleased with oneself or one's situation, especially in a way that ignores real risks.
How to use complacent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin complacens, "very pleasing," from com- ("together") plus placere ("to please").
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What does “complacent” mean?
The word “complacent” means too pleased with oneself or one's situation, especially in a way that ignores real risks. In plain terms, smugly satisfied and not worried enough about problems that could still go wrong.
How do you pronounce “complacent”?
“Complacent” is pronounced kuhm-PLAY-suhnt (/kəmˈpleɪsənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “complacent” in a sentence?
Here is “complacent” used in a sentence: “The team grew complacent after several easy wins and then lost badly.”
What is another word for “complacent”?
Words with a similar meaning to “complacent” include smug, self-satisfied and placid.
What part of speech is “complacent”?
“Complacent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “complacent” come from?
The word “complacent” comes from Latin. From Latin complacens, "very pleasing," from com- ("together") plus placere ("to please").
Is “complacent” a common word?
“Complacent” is an uncommon word in modern English.