Overindulge: meaning, definitions and examples

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overindulge

 

[ ˌoʊ.vər.ɪnˈdʌldʒ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in eating or drinking

To indulge to an excessive degree in eating or drinking, often to the point of discomfort or illness. It involves consuming more than necessary or healthy, usually out of a lack of self-control or in response to strong cravings.

Synonyms

binge, gorge, overeat, stuff oneself

Examples of usage

  • He tends to overindulge in sweets during the holidays.
  • She regretted overindulging in alcohol at the party.
  • If you overindulge regularly, it can lead to health problems.

Translations

Translations of the word "overindulge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exceder-se

🇮🇳 अत्यधिक सेवन करना

🇩🇪 übermäßig genießen

🇮🇩 berlebihan

🇺🇦 зловживати

🇵🇱 nadmiernie się oddawać

🇯🇵 過度に楽しむ

🇫🇷 se livrer excessivement

🇪🇸 excederse

🇹🇷 aşırıya kaçmak

🇰🇷 과도하게 즐기다

🇸🇦 الإفراط

🇨🇿 přehánět

🇸🇰 preháňať

🇨🇳 过度放纵

🇸🇮 pretirano se prepustiti

🇮🇸 ofreyna

🇰🇿 шамадан тыс ләззат алу

🇬🇪 გაჭარბება

🇦🇿 həddindən artıq zövq almaq

🇲🇽 excederse

Word origin

The word 'overindulge' originated from the combination of 'over-' meaning excessively and 'indulge' meaning to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of. The concept of overindulgence has been present in human behavior for centuries, often associated with feasting, celebrations, or personal cravings. In modern times, overindulging is sometimes linked to issues of excess, self-control, and health concerns.

See also: indulge, indulgence, indulgent, overindulgence.