Indulgent ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Indulgent ( adjective )

1. Tending to indulge one's own desires or whims; lenient or permissive, especially with respect to the fulfillment of desires.
2. Showing or expressing indulgence; kindly, forbearing.

Origin:

From latin indulgentem ("forbearing, kindly"), present participle of indulgere ("to be kind, to forgiv.e")

Examples:

1. He was known for his indulgent attitude towards his children.
2. She had an indulgent smile on her face as she watched the children play.
3. The parents were too indulgent with their children, never setting boundaries or discipline.
4. The teacher had an indulgent approach to discipline, preferring to talk things out instead of punishing.
5. His indulgent nature led him to make poor decisions.

(As a noun)

Indulgent ( noun )

1. Tending to indulge one's own desires or whims; lenient or permissive, especially with respect to the fulfillment of desires.
2. Showing or expressing indulgence; kindly, forbearing.

Origin:

From latin indulgentem ("forbearing, kindly"), present participle of indulgere ("to be kind, to forgiv.e")

Examples:

1. He was known for his indulgent attitude towards his children.
2. She had an indulgent smile on her face as she watched the children play.
3. The parents were too indulgent with their children, never setting boundaries or discipline.
4. The teacher had an indulgent approach to discipline, preferring to talk things out instead of punishing.
5. His indulgent nature led him to make poor decisions.