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indulgent

adjective in·dul·gent \in-ˈdəl-jənt\

: willing to allow someone to have or enjoy something even though it may not be proper, healthy, appropriate, etc.

: done or enjoyed as a special pleasure

Full Definition of INDULGENT

: indulging or characterized by indulgence; especially : lenient

— in·dul·gent·ly adverb

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Latin indulgent-, indulgens, present participle of indulgēre

First Known Use: 1509

INDULGENT Defined for Kids

adjective in·dul·gent \in-ˈdəl-jənt\

: feeling or showing a willingness to allow enjoyment of whatever is wanted : lenient <indulgent parents>

— in·dul·gent·ly adverb

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