Synonyms of confess

Antonyms of confess

Collocations of confess

guilt
Frequency: 70 %

She confessed her guilt to the authorities.

feelings
Frequency: 60 %

He finally confessed his feelings for her.

sins
Frequency: 50 %

The priest listened as she confessed her sins.

secrets
Frequency: 45 %

She decided to confess her secrets to her best friend.

wrongdoing
Frequency: 40 %

He confessed his wrongdoing and asked for forgiveness.

Idiomatic Expressions for confess

  • Phrase: confess to a crime
    Meaning: to admit to committing a criminal act
    Usage: Under intense questioning, the suspect finally confessed to the crime.