indulge

Meanings

1. 1
   verb

   To allow yourself to enjoy something pleasant, especially something you do not usually let yourself have.

   Once a week I indulge in a big slice of chocolate cake.

2. 2
   verb

   To let someone have or do whatever they want, often too much.

   Grandma loves to indulge the children with sweets and toys.

3. 3
   verb

   To give in to a feeling, habit, or desire instead of holding it back.

   He tends to indulge his curiosity and read for hours.

From Latin indulgeō (“to indulge”).

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