Complaisance: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿค
Add to dictionary

complaisance

 

[ kษ™mหˆpleษชsษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

social behavior

Complaisance refers to the willingness to please others and to accommodate their wishes or desires. It embodies a variety of behaviors that aim to promote harmony and avoid conflict within social interactions. Individuals exhibiting complaisance often go out of their way to be agreeable, even at the expense of their own preferences or needs. This trait can foster positive relationships, but excessive complaisance may lead to exploitation or feelings of resentment among individuals who feel taken for granted.

Synonyms

accommodatingness, agreeability, compliance, obligingness.

Examples of usage

  • Her complaisance made her popular among her peers.
  • In his professional life, he relied on complaisance to maintain client satisfaction.
  • Despite her own opinions, she showed complaisance in discussions to keep the peace.

Translations

Translations of the word "complaisance" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น complacรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคนเคจเคถเฅ€เคฒเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Entgegenkommen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerelaan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพัั‚ัƒะฟะปะธะฒั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ulegล‚oล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅพ“้ †ใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท complaisance

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ complacencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mรผsaade

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณต์†ํ•จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุณุงู‡ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ochota

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ochota

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้กบไปŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pripravljenost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vilji

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›ั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ“แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xeyirxahlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ complacencia

Etymology

The term 'complaisance' originates from the Middle French word 'complaisance,' which itself comes from 'complaire,' meaning 'to please.' The word first entered English usage in the mid-17th century, when it was adopted to describe a personโ€™s natural inclination to obligingly accept the wishes of others. Over time, it has evolved to encapsulate a broader concept of social behavior that includes agreeability and a desire to maintain harmonious interactions. The roots of the word highlight its connection to the notions of service and agreeableness, reflecting cultural values around politeness and conformity. Its usage has been maintained in various social contexts, often carrying nuances related to excessive or insincere kindness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,273, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.