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selbstgefällig — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • complacent adj Too pleased with oneself or one's situation, especially in a way that ignores real risks.
  • conceited adj Having an excessively high opinion of oneself; vain and self-important.
  • smug adjective Overly pleased with oneself, in a way that others find annoying.

Senses

selbstgefällig is used for these senses in English:

  • complacent Uncritically satisfied with oneself or one's achievements; smug.
  • conceited Having an excessively favourable opinion of one's abilities, appearance, etc.; egotistical and vain.

Related German words