What is the meaning of self-satisfied?

adjective

  • Marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction.
    • usage: "a smug glow of self-congratulation"
  • Contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions.
    • usage: "he had become complacent after years of success"; "his self-satisfied dignity"
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