Synonyms of indulgence

indulgence

noun

in-ˈdəl-jən(t)s 

1

as in kindness

an act of kind assistance

as an only child, she was used to getting every kind of indulgence from her doting parents

Synonyms & Similar Words

• kindness
• privilege
• service
• grace
• courtesy
• mercy
• blessing
• benevolence
• favor
• benefit
• advantage
• boon
• waiver
• turn
• dispensation
• liberty
• license
• godsend
• manna

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• interference
• obstacle
• impediment
• hindrance
• hurdle

2

as in luxury

something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary

bubble baths were her one indulgence

Synonyms & Similar Words

• luxury
• amenity
• comfort
• extra
• superfluity
• extravagance
• frill
• option
• accessory
• treat
• nicety
• nonessential
• dainty
• delicacy
• accoutrement
• bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• must
• necessity
• requirement
• essential
• fundamental
• basic

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of indulgence

One of the country’s most exclusive bookings, a stay here really does feel like the ultimate indulgence, with access to its 80-label wine cellar and a food free-for-all anytime of the day. — Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026

Made famous by Jewish-style delis in Richmond, Virginia, to satisfy the appetites of local Navy seamen, the Sailor sandwich is a meat-centric indulgence. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 15 July 2026

The country music star, who is navigating his divorce from Bunnie Xo, shared how a single indulgence quickly snowballed into a binge while chatting with a fan. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026

Most of us can remember when little indulgences didn’t require much thought. — Bydavid Schepp, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 July 2026