plac-, placi-, -plais

The feeling of self-satisfaction people have when they are content with themselves and their situations: "The new student was aware of the complacence of some of the rich kids at the exclusive private school."

"As far as some of his fellow workers were concerned, his complacency was absolutely disgusting."

1. Contented with oneself to a fault; that is, self-satisfied and unconcerned: "Ever since he received his raise, he has been the most complacent person in the office and he doesn't do as much work as he did before."
2. Self-satisfied and unaware of possible dangers: "Too many people were complacent when there was a strong economy, but that attitude has changed now that the economy has gone in the other direction."

A descriptive term for a feeling of being satisfied with how things are and not wanting to try to make them better: "He went to work each day complacently feeling that every thing was great and nothing should be changed."

By the sword we seek peace but peace only under liberty.

State motto of Massachusetts, USA.; suggesting that military preparedness can ensure peace.