confide

[kənˈfaɪd]

confide Definition

to tell someone you trust about personal things that you do not want other people to know.

Using confide: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "confide" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She confided in me about her financial problems.

  • Example

    I can't keep this a secret any longer, I need to confide in someone.

  • Example

    He confided to his friend that he was planning to quit his job.

confide Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for confide

Antonyms for confide

Phrases with confide

  • confide in someone

    to trust someone with personal or confidential information

    Example

    She confided in her best friend about her relationship problems.

  • confide in each other

    to share personal or confidential information with each other

    Example

    They confided in each other about their fears and insecurities.

  • confide in God

    to express one's deepest thoughts and feelings to God

    Example

    In times of trouble, she would confide in God and pray for guidance.

Origins of confide

from Latin 'con-' meaning 'with' and 'fidere' meaning 'to trust'

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Summary: confide in Brief

The verb 'confide' [kənˈfaɪd] means to share personal or confidential information with someone you trust. It is often used in phrases like 'confide in someone' and 'confide in each other.' The opposite of 'confide' is 'conceal' or 'hide.'