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Definition indulgent in British English

indulgent adjective

adjective
/ɪnˈdʌldʒ(ə)nt/
1

allowing someone to do or have what they want

Example

indulgent parents

Synonyms and related words
1.1

treating someone with kindness, especially when you should be strict

Example

an indulgent smile/glance

Definition indulgent in British English