1
as in admitted
to make an acknowledgment of something unpleasant as true or valid
the thief confessed to dozens of robberies
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2
as in acknowledged
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
political prisoners, under threat of torture, forced to confess their guilt
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Recent Examples of confessed
Shortly after he was arrested, Marrs confessed to the murder and alleged that he was inebriated and broke into Erickson's home to steal money.
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Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
That same day, the then-Prince Charles had confessed his adultery on television.
—Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 30 May 2026
Shi confessed his crimes, voluntarily disclosed details that law enforcement authorities had not yet discovered and showed remorse, CCTV added.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
Ridley allegedly confessed to the murder Thursday, Pope said.
—Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Castro is believed to have confessed to his guilt in audio recordings.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 22 May 2026
Navarrette confessed with a laugh in a Zoom conversation on Thursday.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
During interviews with police, Rehak confessed to borrowing his friend’s marker and writing the antisemitic graffiti on the bench, according to police.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
Stayner, who was a handyman at the motel where the three were staying, confessed the crimes to the FBI months later.
—Alexiah Syrai Olsen, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2026
Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
That same day, the then-Prince Charles had confessed his adultery on television.
—Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 30 May 2026
Shi confessed his crimes, voluntarily disclosed details that law enforcement authorities had not yet discovered and showed remorse, CCTV added.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
Ridley allegedly confessed to the murder Thursday, Pope said.
—Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Castro is believed to have confessed to his guilt in audio recordings.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 22 May 2026
Navarrette confessed with a laugh in a Zoom conversation on Thursday.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
During interviews with police, Rehak confessed to borrowing his friend’s marker and writing the antisemitic graffiti on the bench, according to police.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
Stayner, who was a handyman at the motel where the three were staying, confessed the crimes to the FBI months later.
—Alexiah Syrai Olsen, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confessed
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On June 12, kids 12 and under will be admitted free.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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In another shocking revelation, former Everton midfielder Li Tie admitted paying rival teams to help two clubs win promotion to the Chinese Super League during managerial spells between 2015 and 2019.—
Reagan Yip,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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Cruz acknowledged the awkwardness of convening a hearing on the topic of college sports while larger global crises erupt.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
3 June 2026
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This time around, Sibony acknowledged that the sculptures aren’t all displayed exactly as found.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
3 June 2026
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Konate made 42 appearances — 31 in the Premier League — helping his side keep the second strongest defensive record in the division behind Arsenal with 41 goals conceded.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Aledo sophomore starting pitcher Tempe Perry conceded 13 hits, 11 earned runs and five walks.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
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“Confessed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confessed. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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