indulging (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdʌldʒɪŋ/
Definition
Allowing oneself to enjoy a particular pleasure, especially one that may be considered unhealthy, excessive, or forbidden.
Examples
He is indulging his passion for vintage cars by spending every weekend at the restoration shop.
The luxury resort specializes in indulging guests with personalized spa treatments and gourmet dining.
Stop indulging your bad habits if you want to improve your overall health.
How to Use indulging
- indulge in (prepositional phrase)
- to allow oneself to have or do something enjoyable — "He loves to indulge in a glass of fine wine after dinner."
- indulge someone with (collocation)
- to give someone something they want, often excessively — "The grandparents love to indulge the children with expensive gifts."
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