indulge

verbB2 · Upper-intermediate

Allow yourself to enjoy something you want.

Meanings of «indulge»

1 · verb

allow yourself to enjoy something you want

On weekends, I like to indulge in chocolate cake.

2 · verb

to give someone what they want, often spoiling them

Grandparents often indulge their grandchildren with treats and gifts.

Similar: spoil pamper humor

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The difference between similar words

be too kind to someone

pampergive someone comfort and luxury to please themShe pampered herself with a day at the spa.

indulgelet someone have or do what they wantHe indulges his grandchildren with sweets.

spoilgive a child too much, so they expect it alwaysGrandparents often spoil their grandchildren.

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