Indulgent

Characterized by or showing a readiness to allow someone to do or enjoy whatever they want, even if it is not good for them. indulgent behavior often stems from a desire to please or avoid conflict, leading to permissiveness and leniency, sometimes to an excessive or unwarranted degree. It can also refer to something that satisfies or gratifies desires or whims, especially to excess.

Indulgent meaning with examples

• The grandparents were incredibly indulgent with their grandchildren, spoiling them with sweets and presents every time they visited, despite their parents' disapproval and insistence that they are strict about their childrens' sugar consumption and toy collection.
• After years of strict dieting, she allowed herself an indulgent weekend of rich foods and decadent desserts, enjoying every bite guilt-free, celebrating her milestone and allowing herself rest from her regimen.
• The company's indulgent vacation policy, offering unlimited paid time off, aimed to attract and retain top talent, recognizing the importance of employee well-being and that well rested employees perform best.
• He was an indulgent father who rarely punished his children, letting them stay up late and eat junk food, believing in letting them experience the world and live life with freedom and joy, despite negative consequences.