adjective
indulged
ihn-DUHLJD
Indulged (adjective) means Given everything one wants, often to an excessive degree. Example: “The indulged puppy refused to eat anything but chicken.”
adjective
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Given everything one wants, often to an excessive degree.
"The indulged puppy refused to eat anything but chicken."
How to use indulged
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSpoiled or catered to, usually more than is good for them.
Common pairings
a much-indulged child
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more indulged
- Superlative
- most indulged
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Frequently asked questions
What does “indulged” mean?
The word “indulged” means given everything one wants, often to an excessive degree. In plain terms, spoiled or catered to, usually more than is good for them.
How do you pronounce “indulged”?
“Indulged” is pronounced ihn-DUHLJD (/ɪnˈdʌld͡ʒd/ in IPA).
How do you use “indulged” in a sentence?
Here is “indulged” used in a sentence: “The indulged puppy refused to eat anything but chicken.”
What part of speech is “indulged”?
“Indulged” is an adjective.