confidant
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Noun — A close, trusted friend you can share your secrets with.
How to use confidant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a trusted confidant
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Etymology
Borrowed from French confident, "trusted person."
Full origin of confidant →Frequently asked questions
What does “confidant” mean?
The word “confidant” means a close, trusted friend you can share your secrets with. In plain terms, someone you trust enough to tell your secrets to.
How do you pronounce “confidant”?
“Confidant” is pronounced kon-fih-DANT (/ˈkɑn.fɪ.dɑnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “confidant” in a sentence?
Here is “confidant” used in a sentence: “She was his closest confidant for over twenty years.”
What part of speech is “confidant”?
“Confidant” is a noun.
Where does the word “confidant” come from?
The word “confidant” comes from French. Borrowed from French confident, "trusted person.".