Difference between Self-satisfied and Contented

What is the difference between Self-satisfied and Contented?

Self-satisfied as an adjective is satisfied with oneself; especially too satisfied; smug; slightly arrogant while Contented as an adjective is satisfied

Self-satisfied

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: satisfied with oneself; especially too satisfied; smug; slightly arrogant

Contented

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: satisfied

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To give contentment or satisfaction; to satisfy; to make happy.

Example sentence: Man is never perfect nor contented.

We hope you now know whether to use Self-satisfied or Contented in your sentence.

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