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indulgently Antonyms

Opposite of indulgently

Because the opposite of indulgently shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a way that shows a readiness to allow someone to do or have whatever they wish, often overlooking their faults or weaknesses.

Usage Example

"The grandmother smiled strictly as the children raided the cookie jar before dinner."

Strongest
strictly
sternly
severely
Strong
harshly
intolerantly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a luxurious or self-gratifying manner that prioritizes pleasure and comfort.

Usage Example

"After completing the marathon, she spent the weekend resting austerely at a seaside resort."

Strongest
austerely
Strong
frugally
sparingly
ascetically

Similar words to indulgently

Words similar to indulgently shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

leniently
permissively
luxuriously
tolerantly
lavishly
extravagantly
forgivingly
fondly
See all synonyms of indulgently

• Nearby Words

indulge
indulgence
indulgent
indulgently
indulger
industrial
industrialism

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Indulgently. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/indulgently
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