self-satisfied meaning

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self-satisfied (adjective): marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction.

self-satisfied has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

self-satisfied as an adjective

  1. marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction
    • a smug glow of self-congratulation

    Synonyms: smug

    Similar: contented

  2. contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions
    • he had become complacent after years of success
    • his self-satisfied dignity

    Synonyms: complacent, self-complacent

    Similar: contented

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