Definition

To share personal secrets or feelings with someone you trust.

Example

She decided to confide in her best friend about her worries.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I really need someone to talk to about my problems.

You can always confide in me; I'm here for you.

Thanks, it feels good to know I can trust you.

Of course! Sometimes it's easier to share things with a friend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To share a secret or private matter with someone you trust.

Example

She decided to confide her worries to her best friend.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I really need someone to confide in about my job troubles.

Of course! I'm here to listen, what's been going on?

I've been feeling overwhelmed, and I just don't know who to turn to.

Root Explanation

Confide → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "fidere" (meaning to trust). The word "confide" means to trust someone completely or to share one's secrets with them, implying a close bond of trust.

Memory Tip

Think of sharing your secrets 'together' ('con-') with someone you 'trust' ('fidere'). This helps you remember that to confide means to trust someone enough to share personal thoughts.

Visually Confused Words