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- pronunciation:
- ihn
duhl
jns
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act of indulging.
He regretted his indulgence in the cheesecake.- antonyms:
- abstinence
- similar words:
- leniency, license
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definition 2: |
the state of being indulgent.
The parents' indulgence was sickening.- antonyms:
- abstinence, self-control
- similar words:
- dotage
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definition 3: |
that in which one indulges.
Chocolate is my only indulgence.- similar words:
- luxury
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definition 4: |
that which is granted as a favor or privilege.
- similar words:
- favor
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definition 5: |
leniency; forbearance.
- antonyms:
- strictness
- similar words:
- forbearance, leniency
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related words: |
accommodation, charity, clemency, concession, courtesy, excuse, leave, luxury, mercy, pardon, pleasure, treat |
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