indulge

verb
UK: /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/
US: /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

  1. To allow yourself to have or do something that you like, especially something that is considered bad for you.

    1. I indulge in chocolate sometimes
    2. Don't indulge every whim you have indulge in moderation to maintain a balanced lifestyle

  2. To allow someone to have whatever they want or to behave exactly as they wish.

    1. My parents indulge me too much
    2. They indulge their children with expensive toys, fostering a sense of entitlement.

Synonyms

satisfy spoil pamper humor gratify
indulge intransitive-verb

  1. To become involved in (an activity, typically one that is undesirable or considered wrong).

    1. I try not to indulge in gossip.
    2. The article explores how people indulge in wishful thinking during difficult times.
indulge transitive-verb

  1. To allow yourself to have or do something enjoyable.

    1. She indulged herself with a spa day
    2. After weeks of hard work, he decided to indulge himself with a new gaming console.

  2. To satisfy or gratify (a desire or appetite).

    1. I indulged my craving for pizza.
    2. They indulged their love of adventure by hiking through the Amazon rainforest.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "indulge" in English means: To allow yourself to have or do something that you like, especially something that is considered bad for you., To allow someone to have whatever they want or to behave exactly as they wish..

The phonetic transcription of "indulge" is /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/ in British English and /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "indulge": satisfy, spoil, pamper, humor, gratify.

Example usage of "indulge": "I indulge in chocolate sometimes". More examples on the page.