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   In·dulge

   /inˈdəlj/

   

   verb

   • 1. allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of: "we indulged in some hot fudge sundaes" Similar wallow ingive oneself up togive way toyield toabandon oneself togive rein togive free rein toluxuriate inrevel inlose oneself inOpposite stifle
   • ▪ become involved in (an activity, typically one that is undesirable or disapproved of): "I don't indulge in idle gossip"
   • ▪ allow oneself to enjoy a particular pleasure, especially that of alcohol: "I only indulge on special occasions"
   • ▪ satisfy or yield freely to (a desire or interest): "she was able to indulge a growing passion for literature" Similar satisfygratifyfulfillsatiatequenchappeasefeedaccommodatego along withyield togive in togive way topander tocater tocomply withOpposite frustrate
   • ▪ allow (someone) to enjoy a desired pleasure: "I spent time indulging myself with secret feasts" Similar pamperspoiloverindulgecoddlemollycoddlecossetnannynursemaidmotherbabypetspoon-feedoverparentpander tohumorwait on someone hand and footcater to someone's every whimkill someone with kindnesswrap in cotton woolfeather-bedarchaic:cocker

   Word Origin early 17th century (in the sense ‘treat with excessive kindness’): from Latin indulgere ‘give free rein to’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. indulger noun

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   INDULGE meaning: 1. to let yourself do or have something that you enjoy but that may be bad for you: 2. to let…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of INDULGE is to yield to the desire of : humor. How to use indulge in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Indulge.

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   Definitions of 'indulge' 1. If you indulge in something or if you indulge yourself, you allow yourself to have or do something that you know you will enjoy. [...] 2. If you indulge someone, you let them have or do what they want, even if this is not good for them. [...] More. Conjugations of 'indulge' present simple: I indulge, you indulge [...]

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   Definition of indulge. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.

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   noun. the act of yielding to one’s own or another’s inclination, desire, or whim; indulgence: The primary consequence of the indulging of greed is an increase of greed. Recommended videos. Powered by AnyClip. AnyClip Product Demo 2022. The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.

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   Indulge definition: To allow oneself or others to have or experience something enjoyable or satisfying, often without limits or restraint.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishINDULGENCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Apr 28, 2024 · (ɪndʌldʒəns ) Word forms: plural indulgences. variable noun. Indulgence means treating someone with special kindness, often when it is not a good thing. The king's indulgence towards his sons angered the business community. [ + towards] For a moment he allowed himself the indulgence of examining his feelings for her.