Difference between Indulge and Gratify

What is the difference between Indulge and Gratify?

Indulge as a verb is , (often followed by "in"): to take pleasure in. while Gratify as a verb is to please; to make content; to satisfy.

Indulge

Part of speech: verb

Definition: , (often followed by "in"): To take pleasure in. To satisfy the wishes of; to give in to.

Example sentence: It is natural to indulge in the illusions of hope. We are apt to shut our eyes to that siren until she allures us to our death.

Gratify

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To please; to make content; to satisfy.

We hope you now know whether to use Indulge or Gratify in your sentence.

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