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    Indulgente (en. Lenient)

    /in-dul-ˈxen-te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It applies to a person who is understanding and tolerant.
    The teacher was indulgent with his students' mistakes.
    El maestro fue indulgente con los errores de sus alumnos.
    One who allows or grants something that would not normally be permitted.
    The parents are indulgent with their child's whims.
    Los padres son indulgentes con los caprichos de su hijo.
    Refers to attitudes that show leniency or forgiveness in certain situations.
    In difficult situations, it is important to be indulgent.
    En situaciones difíciles, es importante ser indulgente.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'indulgens', meaning 'tolerant' or 'clement'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be indulgent
    To show clemency or tolerance in the face of a mistake.
    ser indulgente
    indulgent with oneself
    To allow oneself to make mistakes without harsh self-punishment.
    indulgente con uno mismo
    indulgent in the face of criticism
    To be understanding and not react negatively to criticism.
    indulgente ante la crítica

    Related Words

    indulgence
    Act of being indulgent; clemency.
    indulgencia
    indulgent
    Person who shows indulgence.
    indulgente
    indulgently
    In an indulgent manner.
    indulgentemente

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who easily forgives.
    That guy is so indulgent, he never gets mad.
    Ese tipo es tan indulgente, nunca se enoja.
    A person who gives themselves too many allowances.
    She is indulgent with herself, that's why she doesn't stick to her diet.
    Ella es indulgente consigo misma por eso no sigue su dieta.