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Complacency

Noun

Sense 1:

Self-satisfaction or a feeling of contentment, often resulting in unawareness of potential dangers or difficulties.

Sample sentence: It is important to avoid complacency in the workplace to ensure continued growth and success.

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Sense 2:

A feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements.

Sample sentence: His lack of ambition and complacency prevented him from reaching his true potential.

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Adjective

Sense 1:

Characterized by a complacent attitude or state of mind.

Sample sentence: The complacent employee rarely took on additional responsibilities.

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Adverb

Sense 1:

In a complacent manner; showing self-satisfaction.

Sample sentence: She spoke complacently about her recent achievements.

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