What is another word for Indulgency?

Pronunciation: [ɪndˈʌld͡ʒənsi] (IPA)

Indulgency is a term used to describe an act of satisfying one's desires or cravings, often with excessive or unnecessary indulgence. Synonyms for indulgency include self-gratification, self-indulgence, excess, extravagance, hedonism, luxury, pampering, and overindulgence. These words convey the idea of fulfilling one's desires or whims at the expense of self-control and discipline. Other synonyms for indulgency may include indulgence, lenience, and permissiveness, which relate more to allowing oneself or others to do as they please without fear of consequences. Whether used to describe personal behavior or social norms, the concept of indulgency is often associated with excess and indulgence'.

What are the hypernyms for Indulgency?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Indulgency

Max Schindelberger's smile took on the quality of Indulgency as he advanced slowly toward B. Lesengeld.
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