Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Indulgences.
Indulgences - as a noun
An inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
self-indulgenceHypernyms (Closely Related)
indiscipline17undiscipline17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
Example: "Too much indulgence spoils a child"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lenience10leniency13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
permissiveness21tolerance11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of indulging or gratifying a desire
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
humoring14indulging12pampering16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gratification19Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Foolish or senseless behavior
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
craziness20folly11foolery13lunacy11tomfoolery18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
caper9frolic11gambol11play9romp8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
Example: "In the middle ages the unrestricted sale of indulgences by pardoners became a widespread abuse"
Example Sentences
"The queen granted her favorite maid many indulgences."
"My grandparents like to spoil me with little indulgences."
"He decided to indulge in some small indulgences to reward himself for his hard work."
"The wealthy businessman enjoyed a luxurious lifestyle filled with various indulgences."
"She has a weakness for sweet indulgences like chocolate and ice cream."
Word Game Points
Is INDULGENCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, indulgences is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INDULGENCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is INDULGENCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, indulgences is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINDULGENCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is INDULGENCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, indulgences is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINDULGENCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
