noun
Definition: The act of allowing oneself to enjoy something, often something that is not necessary or is considered excessive. It can also refer to being lenient or forgiving towards someone.
Example: After a long week of work, she treated herself to a little indulgence by enjoying a fancy dessert.
transitive verb
Definition: A special permission or allowance to enjoy something, often related to pleasure or luxury, sometimes granted by a religious authority.
Example: She allowed herself an indulgence of chocolate cake after a long week.