self–indulgence

noun self–in·dul·gence \-ˈdəl-jən(t)s\

Definition of SELF-INDULGENCE

: excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims

— self–in·dul·gent \-jənt\ adjective

— self–in·dul·gent·ly adverb

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