indulge

US /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

UK /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

1.

allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something

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I decided to indulge in a long, hot bath after a stressful day.

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She likes to indulge in chocolate every now and then.

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revel in savor relish bask in wallow in

2.

allow (someone) to have or do something desired

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Parents should not always indulge their children's every whim.

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He was indulged by his grandparents and rarely told no.

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spoil pamper coddle humor gratify

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indulgent