Confess
/kənˈfɛs/
Definitions
- (v.) To admit or acknowledge as true, especially something wrong or incriminating.
The defendant decided to confess to the crime during the interrogation.
- (v.) To make a formal statement admitting guilt in a legal setting.
He confessed in court and received a reduced sentence.
Forms
- confesses
- confessed
- confessing
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a confession should be voluntary and informed to be admissible in court.
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