Indulge

verb

/ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

Word Frequency: 2.9

Definitions

1.verb(often followed by "in"): To yield to a temptation or desire.

"He looked at the chocolate but didn't indulge."

2.verbTo satisfy the wishes or whims of.

"Grandma indulges the kids with sweets."

3.verbTo give way to (a habit or temptation); not to oppose or restrain.

"to indulge sloth, pride, selfishness, or inclinations"

4.verbTo grant an extension to the deadline of a payment.

5.verbTo grant as by favour; to bestow in concession, or in compliance with a wish or request.

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