1. acts of allowing oneself or others to enjoy something pleasurable, especially when it might be considered excessive
2. excessive tolerance or leniency toward someone’s behavior or desires
3. in Catholic theology, remissions of punishment for sins that have been forgiven
Usage: religious

Examples

• She decided to cut back on her daily indulgences like expensive coffee and desserts.
• The parents’ constant indulgences made their child spoiled and demanding.
• His indulgences in fine wine and cigars were well known among his friends.
• The teacher’s indulgences toward late assignments frustrated other students.
• Medieval pilgrims sought indulgences by visiting holy sites.
• Small indulgences like a warm bath can improve your mood after a long day.
• The coach warned against too many indulgences during training season.