complacent
/kəmˈpleɪsnt/
com · pla · cent
kəm · ˈpleɪ · snt
English Definition
adj. showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one''s achievements
Significado en Español
complaciente, satisfecho de sí mismo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tự mãn, tự hài lòng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
com(together) + plac(calm) + ent → feeling calm together → becoming self-satisfied without striving for progress
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
What is a synonym for the word “complacent”?
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A
complacent
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B
diligent
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C
self-satisfied
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D
ambitious
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C — self-satisfied.
“complacent” means adj. showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one''s achievements
Common questions about “complacent”
What does “complacent” mean?
complacent — adj. showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one''s achievements. In Chinese: 自满的，自鸣得意的.
How do you pronounce “complacent”?
complacent is pronounced /kəmˈpleɪsnt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: com · pla · cent.
Is “complacent” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. complacent appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “complacent”?
com(together) + plac(calm) + ent → feeling calm together → becoming self-satisfied without striving for progress
