as in vanity
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements
a momentary complacency that was quickly dispelled by the shock of cold reality
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of complacency
The historic spikes in oil prices reflect that early complacency is giving way to the harsh reality that the war isn’t going to be over in a matter of days.
—
David Goldman, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Fueled by complacency and our tendency to stick with familiar routines, these threats are becoming more dangerous every day.
—Don Aviv, Time, 7 Mar. 2026
If everybody’s getting better, then there’s no complacency or anything like that.
—Mike Kaye
march 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Fans seem to understand the timing as well, but don’t confuse that with complacency.
—Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for complacency
David Goldman, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Fueled by complacency and our tendency to stick with familiar routines, these threats are becoming more dangerous every day.
—Don Aviv, Time, 7 Mar. 2026
If everybody’s getting better, then there’s no complacency or anything like that.
—Mike Kaye
march 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Fans seem to understand the timing as well, but don’t confuse that with complacency.
—Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for complacency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complacency
Noun
-
Making the vanity the centerpiece of the bathroom can transform the space entires, often with just a simple can of paint.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
15 Mar. 2026
-
Included in this suite is a spa-like primary bath with a soaking tub, stand-up shower, and two vanities.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
So if our leader can check his ego, clearly the rest of us could check our ego.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
-
Like their ego is being quieted .—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
This was about something as simple yet profound as national pride, something recently reawakened in many of them.—
Greg Cote
Updated March 17,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
-
In addition to green representing nationalism and pride in Ireland, the color symbolizes protection.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Whether out of arrogance, capriciousness, or collective amnesia, this recent history was ignored.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
-
Vince is benched for his arrogance, but eventually turns his attitude around and leads East Dillon to the state championship — while Jordan's stellar performance in the compelling story arc cemented his rising-star status.—
Ken Simmons,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Complacency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complacency. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
