indulgent

adjective

in-ˈdəl-jənt How to pronounce indulgent (audio)
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others she was perhaps a bit too indulgent with her children, who always seemed to get away with everything

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as in luxurious
given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires inherited riches helped fuel her indulgent lifestyle

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as in friendly
willing to do a favor an indulgent clerk who let me try on practically every size-seven shoe the store had

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Recent Examples of indulgent Our new Creole Shrimp skillets appease guests with an appetite for fresh flavors and zest this season; for those wanting something a bit more indulgent, our new OREO® Stuffed Cheesecake Pancakes, a new twist on our staple Strawberry Stuffed Cheesecake Pancakes, are sure to delight. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2025 With limited spots and the most indulgent and private experiences at every turn, the 12-night trip starts at $188,888 per person, reflecting the lucky number 8 in Asian cultures. — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025 The Oscars should be long, indulgent, and for the fans; the ceremony happens once a year, and it should be staged at the same absurd scale as something like the Super Bowl. — David Sims, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2025 The indulgent spa, bikes for coastal rides, and Tella, the on-site restaurant helmed by chef Francisco Ruiz, celebrate Asturias' culinary roots with a hyperlocal menu. — Jenn Rice, Vogue, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for indulgent
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  1. easy
  2. luxurious
  3. friendly
  4. soft
  5. sensual
  6. charitable
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  • Plus, the sleek silhouette and versatile camel color will be easy to style with sweatpants, shorts, and tennis skirts.
    — Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2025
  • That happens sometimes – two people grow apart, and a quality that once was easy to overlook becomes an inflection point.
    — Eric Thomas, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of easy
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  • That day has come with the debut of this fine fragrance, which translates its signature warm, sweet and slightly spicy notes into a luxurious perfume.
    — Jackie Fields, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Sea Island, Georgia Southern charm and golfing excellence abound at Sea Island’s two luxurious sister resorts, The Cloister and The Lodge at Sea Island on the coast of Georgia.
    — Katie Sweeney, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of luxurious
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  • There is a legacy out there of bad harvests and tough winters that by some alchemy brings out the best in people, reminds them to be friendly and kind, and put others first.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
  • The doorman is very friendly and asks if there’s a party going on.
    — Devan Díaz, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of friendly
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  • Inspired by her search for soft and generously sized bath towels, Camille designed Body by Love to enhance our bathroom rituals.
    — Essence, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Second, Perez recommends asking your colorist for a deep brunette base shade with neutral or warm undertones, and soft, face-framing caramel or chestnut highlights for dimension.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of soft
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  • Jean, 36, began experimenting with these sensual voiceovers in 2023.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Free from the arc of awards season, the fashion world set their eyes squarely on Paris Fashion Week’s debuts: first, Haider Ackermann’s sensual take on Tom Ford, and now, to Burton at Givenchy.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of sensual
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  • Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 16 Mar. 2025
  • By the late 1960s, Cindy Pritzker was a visible figure in Chicago’s charitable community, including co-chairing the annual Crystal Ball, a fundraising event that raised money for Michael Reese Hospital’s Medical Research Institute.
    — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of charitable

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