complacent

/kəmplˈe‍ɪsənt/

/kəmˈpɫeɪsənt/

[adjective]

complacent

[ADJECTIVE]

pleased and satisfied with oneself or a situation, feeling that there is no need for improvement

synonyms : self-complacent

self-satisfied

Examples

1. Investors must not become complacent that the economy is in smooth water, as there are still a number of factors that could lead to another recession.

2. In the world of politics, it's important to remember that hares may pull dead lions by the beard, as even the most influential leaders can fall from grace if they become too complacent or lose the support of the people.

3. As the team celebrated their early lead, the coach reminded them that he that sings on Friday shall weep on Sunday, warning them not to get too complacent.

4. People are complacent.