indulge
Translation
to allow oneself, to pamper, to give in to
Examples
I decided to indulge in a long, hot bath.
I decided to indulge in a long, hot bath.
She indulges her children too much.
She indulges her children too much.
He indulged his passion for history.
He indulged his passion for history.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of (sth.) I decided to indulge in a long, hot bath.
((sb.)) to allow (sb.) to have whatever they want She indulges her children too much.
((sth.)) to satisfy a particular desire or interest He indulged his passion for history.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pamper, spoil, give in to; Antonyms: restrain, deny
Etymology
From Latin 'indulgere', meaning 'to be kind, yield, concede'.
Memory Tips
Think of allowing yourself or someone else a special pleasure or treat that is usually avoided.