Definition of overindulge

overindulgeverb

Overindulge

/ˌəʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒ//ˌəʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒ/

The word "overindulge" is a combination of the prefix "over-" meaning "too much" or "excessively" and the verb "indulge." "Indulge" comes from the Latin word "indulgere," meaning "to yield to, grant, or permit." It was first used in English in the 14th century. Therefore, "overindulge" literally means "to yield to or permit excessively," implying an excessive or uncontrolled enjoyment of something pleasurable.

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to have too much of something nice, especially food or drink

có quá nhiều thứ tốt đẹp, đặc biệt là thức ăn hoặc đồ uống

to give somebody more than is good for them

để cung cấp cho ai đó nhiều hơn là tốt cho họ

Example:
  • His mother overindulged him.

    Mẹ anh đã nuông chiều anh quá mức.