self-indulgence


self–in·dul·gence

noun \-ˈdəl-jən(t)s\

Definition of SELF-INDULGENCE

: excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
self–in·dul·gent \-jənt\ adjective
self–in·dul·gent·ly adverb

First Known Use of SELF-INDULGENCE

1711

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