Definition
- (verb) To admit to the truth, particularly in the context of sins or crimes committed. “I confess to spray-painting all over that mural!”
- (verb) To acknowledge faith in; to profess belief in.
- (verb) To unburden (oneself) of sins to God or a priest, in order to receive absolution.
- (verb) To hear or receive such a confession of sins from.
- (verb) To disclose or reveal.
Word stats
- Confesses contains 9 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 6 consonant(s).
- It uses 6 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 3.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 14.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Confesses mean?
To admit to the truth, particularly in the context of sins or crimes committed.
How many letters are in Confesses?
Confesses has 9 letters.
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