这两个形近词在英语中常被混淆,以下是专业辨析:
1. Complacent(自满的)
-- 词源:来自拉丁语"complacere"(自我取悦)
-- 核心语义:指因满足现状而缺乏进取心的消极态度
-- 典型搭配:
• complacent attitude(自满态度)
• complacent smile(得意的微笑)
• become/grow complacent(变得自满) ...(以上内容有节略,please sign in for more)
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word-vs-word-cn
【Complacent】 refers to a feeling of self-satisfaction, to the point that one becomes lazy.
- After much success, the film director grew 【complacent】 .
【Complaisant】 refers to a willingness to comply or oblige.
- An energetic and 【complaisant】 guide gave us a tour of campus.
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