overindulge
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌoʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒ/
KK: /oʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To take part in something too much, especially food or drink, leading to negative effects.
Example
During the holidays, many people tend to overindulge in sweets and treats.
Tense Forms
Past: overindulged
Past Participle: overindulged
Conversation
I think I really overindulge during the holidays.
I get that! It's so easy with all the delicious food around.
Yeah, I always promise myself to eat less, but it never works out.
Same here! Maybe we should set some limits next year.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
satiate
gratify
indulge
Antonyms
restrain
deny
deprive
transitive verb
Definition
To allow oneself or someone else to have too much of something, especially food or pleasure.
Example
During the holidays, many people tend to overindulge in sweets and treats.
Tense Forms
Past: overindulged
Past Participle: overindulged
Conversation
I think I really overindulged at the party last night.
Yeah, I noticed you had a second slice of cake!
I just couldn't resist; it was so good!
Root Explanation
Overindulge → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "indulge" (from Latin "indulgere", meaning to be lenient or to yield to). The word "overindulge" means to excessively yield to one's desires or appetites.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'excessive' ('over-') in yielding to your desires ('indulgere') — that's why overindulge means to indulge too much.
Visually Confused Words
reindulge