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The definition of complacency means a feeling of contentment or self-satisfaction, often combined with a lack of awareness of pending trouble or controversy.

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An example of complacency is the type of attitude a long time leader may have.

See complacency in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

quiet satisfaction; contentment; often, specif., self-satisfaction, or smugness

also complacence

Origin: LL complacentia < L complacens: see complacent

See complacency in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A feeling of contentment or self-satisfaction, especially when coupled with an unawareness of danger, trouble, or controversy.
An instance of contented self-satisfaction.

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