definition of
indulgence

[1] #1 indulgence n. [self-indulgence] an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires. wn

[2] #2 indulgence n. [lenience, leniency] a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone; "too much indulgence spoils a child". wn

[3] #3 indulgence n. [indulging, pampering, humoring] the act of indulging or gratifying a desire. wn

[4] #4 indulgence n. [folly, foolery, tomfoolery, craziness, lunacy] foolish or senseless behavior. wn

[5] #5 indulgence n. the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution; "in the Middle Ages the unrestricted sale of indulgences by pardoners became a widespread abuse". wn