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INDULGING

/ɪnˈdʌldʒɪŋ/

9 letters · 3 syllables · verb

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Definition of INDULGING

verb

(often followed by "in"): To yield to a temptation or desire.

"He looked at the chocolate but didn't indulge."

verb

To satisfy the wishes or whims of.

"Grandma indulges the kids with sweets."

verb

To give way to (a habit or temptation); not to oppose or restrain.

"to indulge sloth, pride, selfishness, or inclinations"

Synonyms of INDULGING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of INDULGING in a Sentence

  • "He looked at the chocolate but didn't indulge."
  • "Grandma indulges the kids with sweets."
  • "to indulge sloth, pride, selfishness, or inclinations"

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
18
points

Is INDULGING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, INDULGING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Tip: INDULGING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for INDULGING

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter indulging Total
Scrabble 112112112 12
WWF 122223123 18

Anagrams of INDULGING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters

How to Use INDULGING in Word Games

INDULGING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble INDULGING to find 70 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About INDULGING

What does INDULGING mean?
INDULGING is a verb. (often followed by "in"): To yield to a temptation or desire.
Is INDULGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, INDULGING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is INDULGING worth in Scrabble?
INDULGING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from INDULGING?
You can make 70 words from the letters in INDULGING. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of INDULGING?
Synonyms of INDULGING include: coddle, cosset, pamper, spoil. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of INDULGING?
The anagrams of INDULGING (words using the exact same letters) are: UNGILDING. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.