This is the 4889th most frequent Japanese word.
甘んじ
"甘んじ" means "to be content with" or "to resign oneself to."
In this sentence, '甘んじる' means to accept or endure something, especially unfavorable conditions, showing maturity or resignation.
彼は厳しい状況に甘んじている。
He accepts the harsh situation without complaint.
Here, '甘んじる' signifies settling or being complacent with the existing state, which might undermine efforts to improve or achieve goals.
私たちは現実に甘んじてはいけない。
We must not settle for the current reality.
In this context, '甘んじる' indicates being content or complacent, and its negation emphasizes the importance of striving for improvement rather than accepting the status quo.