Definition of Overindulge
Overindulge
over·in·dulge
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to consume too much of a desirable or enjoyable thing, especially to eat or drink too much of something;
e.g. He tends to overindulge in alcohol and pass out drunk later in the night.
(verb)
to engage too much with something desirable or enjoyable, especially an interest, feeling, or desire;
e.g. She didn't want to overindulge her imagination by daydreaming about that scenario.
(verb)
to be overly permissive in giving in to someone's wishes;
e.g. If parents overindulge their children, the children could grow up spoilt, expecting their every want to be fulfilled.
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