1. • noun - an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
   • noun - a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
   • noun - the act of indulging or gratifying a desire
   • noun - foolish or senseless behavior
   • noun - the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
2. • The act or an instance of indulging; gratification: indulgence of every whim.
   • The state of being indulgent.
   • The act of indulging in something: indulgence in irresponsible behavior.
   • Something indulged in: Sports cars are an expensive indulgence.
   • Liberal or lenient treatment; tolerance: treated their grandchildren with fond indulgence.
   • Self-indulgence: a life of wealth and indulgence.
   • Something granted as a favor or privilege.
   • Permission to extend the time of payment or performance.
   • Patient attention: I beg your indulgence for just a few minutes.
   • The remission of temporal punishment still due for a sin that has been sacramentally absolved.

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