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Disagree vs Complacent - What's the difference?

disagree | complacent |

As a verb disagree

is to not agree (harmonize).

As an adjective complacent is

uncritically satisfied with oneself or one's achievements; smug.

disagree

English

Verb

(d)
  • To not agree (harmonize).
    • John disagreed with Mary frequently.
    (informal usage) I disagree that this will work.
  • To not agree .
    • My results consistently disagree with yours!
  • To not agree (suit).
    • A burrito disagreed with me.

    Derived terms

    * disagreeable * disagreement * disagreeableness * disagreeably * disagreeance * disagreer

    See also

    * beg to differ

    complacent

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Uncritically satisfied with oneself or one's achievements; smug.
  • Apathetic with regard to an apparent need or problem.

    • Usage notes

    * (term) should not be confused with its homophone, complaisant.

    Synonyms

    * smug * self-satisfied

    Derived terms

    * (l) * self-complacent

    Related terms

    * complacence * complacency

    External links

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