GRE Word List

CONFIDANT

one to whom secrets are entrusted

The meaning of the word confidant is one to whom secrets are entrusted.

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WordMeaning
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
pinionthe terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
vividvery strong : very high in chroma
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
pariaha member of a low caste of southern India
peccadilloa slight offense
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation