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Meaning of confess

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

confess

Pronunciation:/kənˈfɛs/

verb

Definitions

  1. To admit to the truth, particularly in the context of sins or crimes committed.

    Example: I confess to spray-painting all over that mural!

  2. To acknowledge faith in; to profess belief in.

  3. To unburden (oneself) of sins to God or a priest, in order to receive absolution.

  4. To hear or receive such a confession of sins from.