INDULGENT Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

indulgent

adjective

in-ˈdəl-jənt

Definition of indulgent

as in easy

tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others she was perhaps a bit too indulgent with her children, who always seemed to get away with everything

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as in luxurious

given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires inherited riches helped fuel her indulgent lifestyle

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as in friendly

willing to do a favor an indulgent clerk who let me try on practically every size-seven shoe the store had

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Recent Examples of indulgent The Professional is a sly inversion of — and indulgent celebration of — action cliches, made at a time when action movies were ubiquitous but often redundant, featuring a succession of distinctly European stars like Schwarzenegger and Van Damme. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026 When paired with the right furnishings, these hues evoke a look that’s indulgent yet restrained and serene. — Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2026 For the ones still trying to nail down their signature scent, a candle set that runs the entire olfactory gamut is equal parts indulgent and educational. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2026 The goal is a drink that feels indulgent without the sugar crash. — Ryan Brennan august 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indulgent

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Adjective

Push the sleeves up for a slouchy look and pair it with trousers, loafers, and a belt for an easy quiet-luxury outfit.

— Mariana Best, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
Wiener has long championed making housing easier to build, but in San Francisco resisting development is a bedrock cause for those on the city’s left.

— Dan Walters, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of easy

Adjective

This bedroom’s luxurious bath features beautiful tile, two sinks, each with its own vanity, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a separate room for the commode.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
Within a mind-spinning eight months, Zori Timeless Hotel was born, cleverly converted from the old pension into four luxurious residences within the confines of strict planning regulations that forced them to use the existing space.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of luxurious

Adjective

Keeley is all optimism in the buildup to the team’s first game — merely a friendly against Hayes and Yeading, but important nonetheless — but subsequent events threaten to squelch those good feelings.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026
Blumenfield said the site takes pressure off neighborhoods and keeps construction out of high-risk fire zones, targeting a walkable, pedestrian-friendly area.

— Hunter Sowards, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of friendly

Adjective

Carter’s collection of fairytale retellings are macabre and sensual, highlighting female violence and subverting expectations of female sexuality at equal turns.

— S.M. Hallow, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026
The compliment magnet has top notes of refreshing, juicy pear, a feminine freesia heart, and deep, sensual patchouli base.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of sensual

Adjective

The goal is to show that philanthropy belongs to them, too — not just the historically wealthier and predominantly white charitable institutions that tend to dominate narratives about philanthropy.

— James Pollard, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
Make sure estate documents and beneficiary designations reflect your wishes, including charitable giving.

— Angie O’Leary, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of charitable

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