It is true that ‘content’ and ‘contented’ may belong to the same part of speech known as adjective. Both words can be used to describe someone who is satisfied or happy. But there is a distinction between the two words which may be subtle, leading to occasional confusion or interchangeable usage. There is also a difference in usage between the two words.
‘Contented’ comes before the word it is describing or qualifying. In other words, "contented" is used in most cases to describe something. For instance:
A contented smile.
A contented friend.
And Not:
A content smile
A content friend
On the other hand, ‘content’ is often used to describe a state of acceptance with one’s situation. For instance.
She is content with life.
He is not content with his salary.
‘Content’ does not necessarily need to come before the word it is describing or qualifying. It may be accompanied by a preposition.
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