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
reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
scabbarda sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
aptitudeinclination
sojourna temporary stay
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
polaritythe quality or condition inherent in a body that exhibits opposite properties or powers in opposite parts or directions or that exhibits contrasted properties or powers in contrasted parts or directions : the condition of having poles