self-indulgence
|self-in-dul-gence|
B2
/ˌsɛlf ɪnˈdʌldʒəns/
excessive pleasure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-indulgence' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'indulgence', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'indulgence' means allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures.
Historical Evolution
'indulgence' comes from the Latin word 'indulgentia', which meant 'kindness' or 'tenderness'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'indulgence' meant 'kindness' or 'tenderness', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures, especially when this is done excessively or without restraint.
His self-indulgence led him to spend all his savings on luxury items.
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