complaisant
complaisant — adjective
- complaisantpositive
- more complaisantcomparative
- most complaisantsuperlative
1. describes a person who is keen to keep others happy, often by agreeing with thei
describes a person who is keen to keep others happy, often by agreeing with their ideas or doing what they ask, even when doing so goes against their own wishes.
Dr. Okonkwo was always complaisant with his patients, never once raising his voice during consultations.
complaisant with + person
The complaisant waiter brought extra napkins without being asked, sensing the guests' needs.
Mei-Lin found the hotel staff utterly complaisant, offering upgrades and a late checkout without hesitation.
A complaisant neighbour, Mr. Watanabe watered the plants and collected the mail during their trip.
Though privately annoyed, Amir gave a complaisant smile and nodded along with the suggestion.
- obliging
emphasises readiness to do favours or help practically; 'complaisant' has a broader, more social sense
- agreeable
can refer to things like weather or food; 'complaisant' only applies to people's behaviour
- accommodating
focuses on making adjustments for someone's needs; 'complaisant' is more about general politeness and willingness
- obstinate
stubbornly refusing to change one's mind
- disagreeable
unpleasant or unfriendly in manner
文法句型
be + complaisant
complaisant + noun
用法筆記
Frequently used in attributive position (before a noun) to describe a person's manner or character. Carries a slightly literary or old-fashioned tone; in everyday conversation, 'obliging' or 'agreeable' is more common.