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Indulge

/ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

(often followed by "in"): To yield to a temptation or desire.

📖 Definitions of "Indulge"

verb
  1. 1

    (often followed by "in"): To yield to a temptation or desire.

    "He looked at the chocolate but didn't indulge."

  2. 2

    To satisfy the wishes or whims of.

    "Grandma indulges the kids with sweets."

  3. 3

    To give way to (a habit or temptation); not to oppose or restrain.

    "to indulge sloth, pride, selfishness, or inclinations"

  4. 4

    To grant an extension to the deadline of a payment.

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