Meaning & Definition of word "Confide"

Confide

/kənˈfaɪd/

1. to tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.
- Example: She confided in her best friend about her worries regarding the upcoming exam.
2. to have full trust; to place reliance.
- Example: He confided that he felt overwhelmed with the responsibilities of the new job.
3. to disclose or impart information or feelings to someone.
- Example: During the meeting, she confided her thoughts about the project to her team.

Originates from the Latin 'confidere', meaning to trust or have faith.

confide in someone:

To share your secrets or personal feelings with someone you trust.

confide one's thoughts:

To share what one thinks or feels with another person.

confession:

A formal statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

confidence:

The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something.

Meaning: Drop a secret

Example Sentence: I dropped a secret to my friend about the party.

Meaning: Spill the tea

Example Sentence: He spilled the tea about the crush he has.