indulgent
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- indulgently adverb
- nonindulgent adjective
- nonindulgently adverb
- preindulgent adjective
- superindulgent adjective
- superindulgently adverb
- unindulgent adjective
- unindulgently adverb
Etymology
Origin of indulgent
First recorded in 1500–10; from Latin indulgent-, stem of indulgēns “taking pleasure in,” present participle of indulgēre; indulge
Example Sentences
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And while I still believe that enjoying this season’s most prized produce items — raw and uncooked — is a great way to beat cabin fever, that doesn’t diminish the importance of indulgent, comfort meals.
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What struck me most was the assumption beneath it all: that stopping to eat is not indulgent or inefficient, but necessary.
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They’re hearty, warm, cheesy, creamy and indulgent — just a few words that are part of the season’s culinary vernacular.
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After my indulgent dinner, the wonderfully divey Kelly’s Sports Pub provided a more grounded experience.
The rest of the meal leaned indulgent and playful.
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