Indulgence
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
Framework senses
- §1
- the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
- §2
- foolish or senseless behavior
- §3
- the act of indulging or gratifying a desire
- §4
- a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
- §5
- an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires