Can applies directly to what is possible, while may connotes to what is permissible.
Example: An individual can break the law, but he may not..
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The word immoral connotes an expression of evil.
Example: To incite killing is crass, repugnant and immoral by all civilised society.
The word amoral connotes neither moral nor immoral underpinnings.
Example: The man committed the crime without concern, which openly showed his amoral judgment.
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Complacent means smugness and uncritical satisfaction with oneself.
Example: The footballers had won so many games that they now felt complacent with their skills.
Complaisant means a cheerful willingness to serve or commit favours for others.
Example: Although the man was poor, he sought complaisance to help those in need.