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INDULGENCES

(noun)

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-indulgence
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
indisciplineundiscipline
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone

Example: "Too much indulgence spoils a child"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lenienceleniency
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
permissivenesstolerance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of indulging or gratifying a desire

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
humoringindulgingpampering
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gratification
Hyponyms (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."
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Word Game Points

Is INDULGENCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, indulgences is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
INDULGENCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is INDULGENCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, indulgences is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INDULGENCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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