Self-indulgence

/ˌˈsɛlf ənˌdʌldʒəns/

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Definitions of self-indulgence

noun
an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires

synonyms: indulgence

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luxury
something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity

amenity
something that provides value, pleasure, or convenience

type of:
indiscipline, undiscipline
the trait of lacking discipline
noun
excess in action and immoderate indulgence of bodily appetites, especially in passion or indulgence

synonyms: decadence, intemperance, intemperateness

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fling, spree
a brief indulgence of your impulses

dissipation, dissolution, licentiousness, looseness, profligacy
dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure

jag
a bout of drinking or drug taking

spending spree
a brief period of extravagant spending

type of:
humoring, indulgence, indulging, pampering
the act of indulging or gratifying a desire

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