C1verbrelationshipsemotions
US/kənˈfaɪd/
UK/kənˈfaɪd/
to tell someone a secret or private problem because you trust them
In context
She confided in her sister about the problems at work.
He confided that he was thinking of leaving the company.
I rarely confide my fears to anyone except my best friend.
Words that go with confide
verb + preposition
- confide in someoneYou can confide in me; I won't tell anyone.
- confide to someoneShe confided to her teacher that she was afraid.
- confide in each otherThe two sisters confide in each other about everything.
- confide in a friendIt helps to confide in a close friend.
verb + noun
- confide a secretHe confided a secret to his cousin.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She confided me her secret.Correct: She confided her secret to me.