SELF-INDULGENT Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

self-indulgent

adjective

Definition of self-indulgent

as in luxurious

given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires a reality show about self-indulgent twentysomethings whose sole concerns seem to be getting down and getting drunk

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Recent Examples of self-indulgent Retailers globally have quickly adopted the trend, which allows consumers to feel smarter in their shopping - being both self-indulgent and financially responsible at exactly the same time. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 And at what point does self-promotion become self-indulgent? — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 8 May 2026 Many other traditionalists have made a version of Scruton’s critique, insisting that contemporary art reflects self-indulgent, relativistic, and impious tendencies. — Luis Parrales, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026 At this point, Iran is looking less like a rival to the average Westerner, and more like an ally of the America First anti-globalist movement, successfully dismantling the illusion that exorbitant and self-indulgent Western foreign policy serves anything more than outdated narratives. — Rachel Marsden, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026 Not Trump, of all presidents, an amoral self-indulgent grifter by trade and liar by practice. — Joe Soucheray, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026 On first listen, these first 45 seconds sound like self-indulgent throat clearing. — Jackson Howard, Pitchfork, 29 Mar. 2026 In the face of such grave concerns, Alyoshka’s torments seem self-indulgent and frustrating, but his problem—whether to leave or stay—is far from insignificant. — Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026 And to go there with a critical eye and not to be self-indulgent. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 17 Mar. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-indulgent

Adjective

This bedroom’s luxurious bath features beautiful tile, two sinks, each with its own vanity, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a separate room for the commode.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
Within a mind-spinning eight months, Zori Timeless Hotel was born, cleverly converted from the old pension into four luxurious residences within the confines of strict planning regulations that forced them to use the existing space.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of luxurious

Adjective

Carter’s collection of fairytale retellings are macabre and sensual, highlighting female violence and subverting expectations of female sexuality at equal turns.

— S.M. Hallow, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026
The compliment magnet has top notes of refreshing, juicy pear, a feminine freesia heart, and deep, sensual patchouli base.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of sensual

Adjective

Take the paved footpath behind Zori past olive groves to reach the ACI Marina, its restaurants and the taxi boats that take you to Hvar Town and the notoriously hedonistic beach club, Carpe Diem, on the neighboring island of Marinkovac.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Johnson adds that Woodall’s Sal also represents Bourdain’s hedonistic side.

— Samantha Bergeson, Vanity Fair, 7 Aug. 2026