Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Indulgence.
How to pronounce indulgence:
US
Indulgence - as a noun
An inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
self-indulgenceHypernyms (Closely Related)
indiscipline17undiscipline17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
Example: "Too much indulgence spoils a child"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lenience10leniency13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
permissiveness21tolerance11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of indulging or gratifying a desire
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
humoring14indulging12pampering16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gratification19Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Foolish or senseless behavior
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
craziness20folly11foolery13lunacy11tomfoolery18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
caper9frolic11gambol11play9romp8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
Example: "In the middle ages the unrestricted sale of indulgences by pardoners became a widespread abuse"
Indulgence - as a verb
(roman catholic church) to provide with an indulgence
Example Sentences
"He enjoyed a weekend of indulgence in luxurious spa treatments."
"She allowed herself the indulgence of eating a whole chocolate cake."
"His parents always bought him expensive gifts as an indulgence."
"During the vacation, they gave in to every culinary indulgence."
"Reading novels is a delightful indulgence for me."
Word Game Points
Is INDULGENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, indulgence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INDULGENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is INDULGENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, indulgence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINDULGENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is INDULGENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, indulgence is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINDULGENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
