Meaning of the German Word "Schwelgen"

schwelgen

wallow

To indulge in an unrestrained way in a particular emotion or condition.

Example Sentence

Nach der Trennung neigte er dazu, in Selbstmitleid zu schwelgen.

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Definition: To indulge in an unrestrained way in a particular emotion or condition.

Word Information

What is the CEFR level of the word "schwelgen"?

C2

What grammatical category does "schwelgen" have?

Verb

Which vocabulary topic does "schwelgen" belong to?

Emotions