indulgent
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for indulgent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Willing to allow, satisfy, or go along with someone's wishes, often too readily.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
nonindulgent
How to use indulgent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
self-indulgent
indulgent parent
indulgent treat
Etymology
From Latin indulgens, present participle of indulgere ("to be lenient").
Full origin of indulgent →Frequently asked questions
What does “indulgent” mean?
The word “indulgent” means willing to allow, satisfy, or go along with someone's wishes, often too readily. In plain terms, too willing to let someone (or yourself) have or do whatever is wanted.
How do you pronounce “indulgent”?
“Indulgent” is pronounced ihn-DUHLD-zhuhnt (/ɪnˈdʌld͡ʒənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “indulgent” in a sentence?
Here is “indulgent” used in a sentence: “Her indulgent parents let her stay up as late as she wanted.”
What part of speech is “indulgent”?
“Indulgent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “indulgent” come from?
The word “indulgent” comes from Latin. From Latin indulgens, present participle of indulgere ("to be lenient").
