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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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Origin of INDULGENT
Latin indulgent-, indulgens, present participle of indulgēre
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indulgent
adjective in·dul·gent \in-ˈdəl-jənt\
Definition of INDULGENT for Kids
: feeling or showing a willingness to allow enjoyment of whatever is wanted : lenient <indulgent parents>
— in·dul·gent·ly adverb
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