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Definition of overindulge

overindulge

/ˌoʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒ/
o · ver · in · dulge
Adverb:overindulgently
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Adjective:overindulgent
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Past Simple:overindulged
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Past Participle:overindulged
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Present Participle:overindulging
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overindulge Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To allow oneself to have too much of something enjoyable, especially food or drink.

Example

"During the holiday feast, it is easy to overindulge in rich desserts."

2

To gratify the wishes of someone to an excessive degree; to spoil.

Example

"Grandparents often love to overindulge their grandchildren with extra treats and toys."

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• Rhymes for overindulge

• Nearby Words

overhype
overimaginative
overindebted
overindulge
overindulgence
overindulgent
overinflate

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overindulge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overindulge
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