Phrasal verb
confide in
Meanings
To tell someone a secret or very personal information because you trust them.
To share worries or feelings with someone in order to get emotional support.
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Definition
To confide in someone means to tell them private feelings or secrets because you trust them.
If you confide in someone, you share personal information, worries, or secrets with them. You do this because you trust that person to listen and keep it private. It often suggests an emotional need for support or understanding.
Examples
- I don’t confide in many people at work.
- She confided in her sister about the breakup.
- He finally confided in me and asked for advice.
- If you confide in him, he won’t tell anyone.
- They confided in their coach before the big match.