overindulgence — excessive consumption of or indulgence in something, especially food, alcohol, or pleasure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: excessive consumption of or indulgence in something, especially food, alcohol, or pleasure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌoʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒəns/
Example Sentences
- After the holiday overindulgence, my jeans suddenly declared war on my stomach.
- The doctor warned him that his overindulgence in fried chicken every night would eventually catch up with him.
- New Year's resolutions often start right after a week of pure overindulgence.
overindulgence
NOUN[/ˌoʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒəns/]
excessive consumption of or indulgence in something, especially food, alcohol, or pleasure
His overindulgence at the dessert buffet left him groaning on the couch.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'indulgentia' (indulgence, leniency) combined with prefix 'over-' (excess), literally meaning 'excessive leniency toward oneself'.
Breakdown
over- (excessive) + in- (intensifier) + dulc- (sweet, related to Latin dulcis) + -ence (noun suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After the holiday overindulgence, my jeans suddenly declared war on my stomach.”
“The doctor warned him that his overindulgence in fried chicken every night would eventually catch up with him.”
“New Year's resolutions often start right after a week of pure overindulgence.”
“She regretted her overindulgence at the buffet when she couldn't even stand up straight.”
“Overindulgence in social media can negatively affect your mental health.”
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