The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word COMPLACENT
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What does COMPLACENT mean?
COMPLACENT adjective- Uncritically satisfied with oneself or one's achievements; smug.
- Apathetic with regard to an apparent need or problem.