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Self Congratulation ?

Asked by: Maria Garcia

How do you say self congratulations?

  1. confident,
  2. self-assured,
  3. self-confident.
  4. What is a synonym for self-congratulatory?

    arrogant. smug. bigheaded. complacent.

    What does self Gratulation meaning?

    noun. The action or an act of congratulating oneself for an achievement, quality, or ability, especially in a self-satisfied way; self-congratulation.

    Is self-congratulatory one word?

    the expression or feeling of uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one’s own accomplishment, good fortune, etc.; complacency.

    What is called self satisfaction?

    Definition of self-satisfaction

    : a usually smug satisfaction with oneself or one’s position or achievements.

    What is a congratulatory message?

    A congratulatory message expresses congratulations. He sent Kim a congratulatory letter.

    What does self exculpatory mean?

    Definition of self-exculpation

    : the act or an instance of exculpating oneself : the act or an instance of clearing oneself from alleged fault or guilt As always in these cases, the attempt at self-exculpation only makes the guilty party look even worse.— Richard Evans.

    What is the meaning of well rounded person?

    You describe someone as well-rounded when you are expressing approval of them because they have a personality which is fully developed in all aspects. [approval] Liberal arts learning helps you become a well-educated, well-rounded person – someone who’s interested in the world and interesting to others. adjective.

    What is the meaning of the term pretentious?

    Definition of pretentious

    1 : characterized by pretension: such as. a : making usually unjustified or excessive claims (as of value or standing) the pretentious fraud who assumes a love of culture that is alien to him— Richard Watts.



    What does Agnorant mean?

    1 : exaggerating or disposed to exaggerate one’s own worth or importance often by an overbearing manner an arrogant official. 2 : showing an offensive attitude of superiority : proceeding from or characterized by arrogance an arrogant reply.

    Is self-congratulatory crossword clue?

    We think the likely answer to this clue is IWON.
    Self Congratulatory Statement Crossword Clue.

    Rank Word Clue
    2% TADAS Self-congratulatory cries

    Who is a smug?

    smug Add to list Share. A smug person is self-satisfied. You can usually recognize someone who is pleased with himself by his smug little smile and self-righteous remarks. Smug is the opposite of modest and unsure. In cartoons, the smug character often walks around with his chest puffed out and his ego leading the way.

    What is the opposite of smug?

    Opposite of having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one’s achievements. egoless. humble. modest. uncomplacent.

    Is Smug an insult?

    It is one of the peculiarities of the English language that a term for neat, pretty and nice has mutated into something derogatory. Although when you consider how each of those words is so often used with extreme sarcasm in the modern world, perhaps it is understandable.



    Is smug positive or negative?

    irritatingly pleased with oneself; self-satisfied. If you click on the ‘on context’ link above the definition on the definition page, you will see examples of how we use it. It is generally regarded as negative, though how severe a criticism it is depends on context.

    How do you deal with smugness?

    Here are some smart strategies for coping and thriving:

    1. Connect with your own inner security: The best way to deal with an overconfident person is to find your own inner sense of security. …
    2. Don’t let it get to you. …
    3. Know their secret. …
    4. Learn tolerance. …
    5. Improve your assertiveness. …
    6. Be tactful. …
    7. Change the subject.

    How do I become less smug?

    The keys to avoiding smugness lie in not feeling superior to others. It’s fine to feel pleased with yourself when you set a course that you think will lead to good things, stick to your plan, and find yourself better off.

    What is a smug look?

    1 : highly self-satisfied. 2 : trim or smart in dress : spruce. 3 : scrupulously clean, neat, or correct : tidy.

    What does Smeg mean in slang?

    To mess up



    (slang) To mess up.

    What is a smirky smile?

    A smirk is a kind of smile, but it’s not a friendly smile—it’s often a sarcastic or arrogant one or one that’s intended to provoke or irritate the person who sees it. Smirk is also a verb that means to smile in such a way.

    What is condescending attitude?

    Definition of condescending

    : showing or characterized by a patronizing or superior attitude toward others.



    What does it mean to patronize someone?

    Definition of patronize

    1 : to act as patron of : provide aid or support for The government patronized several local artists. 2 : to adopt an air of condescension toward : treat haughtily or coolly.

    What is a superior attitude?

    1 greater in quality, quantity, etc. 2 of high or extraordinary worth, merit, etc. 3 higher in rank or status. a superior tribunal. 4 displaying a conscious sense of being above or better than others; supercilious.

    What does patronizing someone mean?

    Definition of patronizing

    : showing or characterized by a superior attitude towards others : marked by condescension patronizing comments No more endearing is his patronizing jocularity …—



    What do you call someone who is dismissive?

    egotistic. high-and-mighty. hoity-toity. indifferent. insolent.

    How do you respond to condescending people?

    A Foolproof Guide For Handling Condescending Coworkers

    1. Don’t Take It Personally. First and foremost, keep calm and carry on, as they say. …
    2. Call Them On It. You can address bad office behavior by telling people when their actions are not okay with you. …
    3. Neutralize Your Body Language. …
    4. Ask For Clarification.