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English noun: self-indulgence

1. self-indulgence (attribute) an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires


Synonymsindulgence


Broader (hypernym)indiscipline, undiscipline


Narrower (hyponym)luxury

2. self-indulgence (act) excess in action and immoderate indulgence of bodily appetites, especially in passion or indulgence


SamplesThe intemperance of their language.


Synonymsintemperance, intemperateness


Broader (hypernym)humoring, indulgence, indulging, pampering


Narrower (hyponym)dissipation, dissolution, fling, jag, licentiousness, looseness, profligacy, spree









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