indulging

[in-duhlj-ing]

indulging Definition

  • 1to allow oneself or someone else to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for them
  • 2to give in to a desire or wish, especially when it is not reasonable

Using indulging: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "indulging" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She indulged in a shopping spree and spent all her savings.

  • Example

    I'm indulging myself with a bubble bath tonight.

  • Example

    He indulged his love of music by attending concerts every weekend.

indulging Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for indulging

Antonyms for indulging

Phrases with indulging

  • to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something

    Example

    She loves to indulge in chocolate cake.

  • to allow oneself to have or do something that one enjoys

    Example

    After a long week at work, she indulged herself with a spa day.

  • to allow oneself to do something that one suddenly wants to do

    Example

    He decided to indulge his whim and take a spontaneous road trip.

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Summary: indulging in Brief

The verb 'indulging' [in-duhlj-ing] means to allow oneself or someone else to have something enjoyable, often excessively or unreasonably. It can refer to giving in to a desire or wish, such as 'He indulged his love of music by attending concerts every weekend.' Phrases like 'indulge in' and 'indulge oneself' denote allowing oneself to enjoy something, while 'indulge a whim' refers to doing something on a sudden impulse.