Synonyms of confidant

confidant

noun

ˈkän-fə-ˌdänt 

as in friend

a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another

she's my confidant; I tell her everything without reservation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• friend
• buddy
• confidante
• pal
• intimate
• colleague
• familiar
• compadre
• sister
• chum
• comrade
• partner
• crony
• musketeer
• brother
• alter ego
• acquaintance
• mate
• amigo
• companion
• peer
• collaborator
• associate
• ally
• accomplice
• fellow
• hearty
• benefactor
• cohort
• supporter
• sympathizer
• blood brother
• abettor
• sport
• friendly
• pen pal
• hobnobber
• well-wisher
• main man
• confederate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• enemy
• foe
• adversary
• competitor
• opponent
• antagonist
• rival
• nemesis
• archenemy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of confidant

Looking at these relationship issues from different perspectives, three commentators suggest that AI coworkers require far different protocols than human workers, yet in some ways, still act as confidants. — Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Excitedly, Sarris presented proof of his Indian heritage to McKay, his trusted confidant. — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026

It is expected to interview investor and Epstein confidant Leon Black later this week. — Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 24 June 2026

Vereen stars as an Underground Railroad conductor who acts as an advisor, confidant and asset to the women for their spy ring. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026

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