B2verbcrimerelationships
US/kənˈfes/
UK/kənˈfes/
to admit that you did something wrong or to tell a secret you feel bad about
In context
I have to confess that I haven't read the book yet.
After hours of questioning, the man confessed to the robbery.
He finally confessed his feelings to her on Valentine's Day.
Words that go with confess
verb + preposition
- confess toShe confessed to eating the last piece of cake.
verb + noun
- have to confessI have to confess I was wrong.
- confess the truthHe was too scared to confess the truth.
- confess a crimeThe man came to the police station to confess a crime.
- confess your feelingsIs it a good idea to confess your feelings to a coworker?
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He confessed to steal the money.Correct: He confessed to stealing the money.