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indulgence

noun

Giving in to a desire or allowing oneself a pleasure.

Satisfaction of a desire

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self-indulgence gratification pampering luxury treat

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overindulgence

noun

Excessive satisfaction of a desire or appetite.

Excessive gratification

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excess intemperance immoderation self-indulgence overconsumption

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abstinence

noun

The deliberate practice of refraining from something.

Deliberate avoidance

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abstention self-denial

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extravagance

noun

Excessive spending or use of resources; also an unusually lavish purchase or display.

Excessive spending

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lavishness prodigality profligacy overspending excess

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gratification

noun

Pleasure or satisfaction from fulfilling a desire.

Pleasure from fulfillment

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satisfaction pleasure fulfillment enjoyment delight

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intemperance

noun

A lack of moderation or self-restraint.

Lack of moderation

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excess overindulgence immoderation intemperateness self-indulgence

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leniency

noun

A less strict or severe approach to rules or punishment.

Reduced strictness

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lenience lenity mercy clemency indulgence forbearance

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