indulgence
//ɪnˈdʌl.dʒəns//
Noun
indulgenceSingular
indulgencesPlural
1
The act or practice of allowing oneself or others to enjoy pleasures or desires, especially those considered excessive or luxurious.
After a long week at work, she allowed herself the indulgence of a spa day.
2
A thing that is indulged in; a luxury or pleasure.
Chocolate is my one indulgence.
3
Willingness to tolerate or overlook someone's faults or weaknesses; leniency.
I ask for your indulgence as I explain my situation.
4
(Historical, Roman Catholic Church) A remission of the temporal punishment for sins, granted by the Pope or Church.
The sale of indulgences was one of the practices that sparked the Protestant Reformation.