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Complacant - Dictionary

Definition:

Complacant is an adjective that describes someone who is self-satisfied, overly content, and often unaware of potential dangers or problems.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Being complacant implies a feeling of smugness or satisfaction, usually with oneself, which may hinder personal growth or improvement. It shows a lack of awareness or concern for potential risks or negative outcomes.

Example Sentence: Despite numerous warnings, the complacant hiker did not take proper safety precautions and ended up getting lost in the woods.

Sense 2:

Complacant can also describe a person or organization that is too comfortable with their current situation or accomplishments, and therefore fails to take necessary actions to stay competitive or make progress.

Example Sentence: The complacant company failed to adapt to market changes, and as a result, lost its competitive edge.

Usages:

• Part of Speech: Adjective
• Synonyms: self-satisfied, smug, contented
• Antonyms: vigilant, cautious, alert
• Related Words: complacency, complacently

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