Confidant: meaning, definitions and examples
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confidant
[ ˈkɒnfɪdənt ]
trusted friend
A confidant is a trusted friend or person to whom private matters and problems are confided. This person is someone you can trust with your deepest secrets and concerns, knowing that they will keep them confidential.
Synonyms
ally, companion, confidante, friend.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| confidant |
Used to describe someone you trust deeply and share personal secrets or intimate information with.
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| friend |
A broad term for someone with whom you have a bond of mutual affection, typically one that's not sexual or familial. Suitable for general use.
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| companion |
Refers to someone you spend a lot of time with and go through various experiences alongside. Can be used for both people and pets.
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| ally |
Used in contexts where there is cooperation for mutual benefit, usually in conflicts, political, or social causes.
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| confidante |
Female version of confidant, used to describe a woman you trust deeply and share personal secrets with.
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Examples of usage
- He is my confidant, I tell him everything.
- She has been my confidant for years, I trust her completely.
- We all need a confidant to share our thoughts and feelings with.
- My sister is my confidant, I can talk to her about anything.
- I consider him my confidant because he always listens and gives good advice.
Translations
Translations of the word "confidant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 confidente
🇮🇳 विश्वासपात्र (vishwaspatra)
🇩🇪 Vertrauter
🇮🇩 orang kepercayaan
🇺🇦 довірена особа
🇵🇱 powiernik
🇯🇵 腹心の友 (fukushin no tomo)
🇫🇷 confident
🇪🇸 confidente
🇹🇷 güvenilir kişi
🇰🇷 믿을 수 있는 사람 (mideul su inneun saram)
🇸🇦 موثوق به (muthuq bih)
🇨🇿 důvěrník
🇸🇰 dôverník
🇨🇳 知己 (zhījǐ)
🇸🇮 zaupna oseba
🇮🇸 trúnaður
🇰🇿 сенімді адам
🇬🇪 სანდო პირი (sando piri)
🇦🇿 etibar olunan şəxs
🇲🇽 confidente
Etymology
The word 'confidant' originated from the French word 'confidant', which means 'a person to whom secrets are confided'. The term dates back to the 17th century and has been used to describe a trusted friend or companion ever since. The concept of having a confidant has been valued throughout history, as human beings seek emotional support and someone they can trust with their innermost thoughts and feelings.
See also: confidence, confident.