self-satisfaction
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of self-satisfaction
First recorded in 1785–95
Example Sentences
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He’s hardly able to parry the upbraiding meted out by Mr. Giamatti’s Jean, fastidiously dressed and radiating pompous self-satisfaction.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
"People rejected the self-satisfaction and arrogance of old parties and did not fall prey to lies and manipulation. I thank them for their trust," Radev said, in his victory speech.
From BBC ● Apr. 19, 2026
You don’t feel the need to advertise your wealth and, despite your efforts, fancy stuff doesn’t make you feel like you’re looking in a mirror at an image of your own self-satisfaction.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 17, 2026
It seemed to be a win all around — bestowing freedom on the confined, self-satisfaction to the social engineers and taxpayers a free lunch.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2024
I watch her reflection, unnerved at the self-satisfaction oozing off her.
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
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