indulge Synonyms
indulge Meaning
indulge (v)
give free rein to
yield (to); give satisfaction to
enjoy to excess
treat with excessive indulgence
indulge (v. t.)
To be complacent toward; to give way to; not to oppose or restrain
to give free course to; to give one's self up to; as, to indulge sloth, pride, selfishness, or inclinations;
to yield to the desire of; to gratify by compliance; to humor; to withhold restraint from; as, to indulge children in their caprices or willfulness; to indulge one's self with a rest or in pleasure.
To grant as by favor; to bestow in concession, or in compliance with a wish or request.
indulge (v. i.)
To indulge one's self; to gratify one's tastes or desires; esp., to give one's self up (to); to practice a forbidden or questionable act without restraint; -- followed by in, but formerly, also, by to.
indulge Sentence Examples
- She indulged in a rich chocolate cake, savoring each decadent bite.
- After a long day's work, he indulged in a warm bath, letting the stress melt away.
- The children indulged in their laughter, chasing each other around the backyard.
- The wealthy patrons indulged in lavish meals and fine wines at the exclusive restaurant.
- The smell of freshly baked cookies wafted through the air, tempting me to indulge.
- The traveler indulged in the local cuisine, trying every dish on the menu.
- The moviegoer indulged in the latest blockbuster, losing themselves in the cinematic experience.
- She indulged in a leisurely stroll through the park, admiring the blooming flowers.
- The skier indulged in the fresh powder, carving perfect turns down the mountain.
- The student indulged in hours of studying, determined to excel on the upcoming exam.
FAQs About the word indulge
give free rein to, yield (to); give satisfaction to, enjoy to excess, treat with excessive indulgenceTo be complacent toward; to give way to; not to oppose or r
cater (to), bask, delight, please, humor, revel, spoil,gratify, satisfy, coddle
inhibit,restrain, constrain, check, check, curb, stifle, constrain, restrain, inhibit
She indulged in a rich chocolate cake, savoring each decadent bite.
After a long day's work, he indulged in a warm bath, letting the stress melt away.
The children indulged in their laughter, chasing each other around the backyard.
The wealthy patrons indulged in lavish meals and fine wines at the exclusive restaurant.
