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confessor

UK
/kənˈfɛsə/
US
/kənˈfɛsɚ/

Translations

confessornoun
confessors
pl
UK
/kənˈfɛsə/
US
/kənˈfɛsɚ/
confesseurPrêtre qui reçoit les confessions et donne l’absolution.
The confessor listened patiently as the parishioner recounted his sins.
Le confesseur écoutait patiemment tandis que le paroissien racontait ses péchés.
confesseurPersonne qui avoue quelque chose, notamment une faute ou un crime.
The confessor provided a detailed account of the events leading up to the incident.
Le confesseur a fourni un récit détaillé des événements ayant précédé l'incident.
Additional translations
confesseur de la foiEn contexte religieux, pour une personne ayant publiquement professé sa foi sans mourir pour elle.
Synonyms
adviser
counselor
mentor
spiritual guide
confidant

Definitions

confessornoun
A priest who hears confessions and gives absolution and spiritual guidance.
The confessor listened patiently as the parishioner recounted his sins.
A person who confesses, especially one who admits to a crime or wrongdoing.
The confessor provided a detailed account of the events leading up to the incident.
A person who makes a public confession of faith, especially in the context of religious persecution.
The confessor was revered for his steadfast faith during times of oppression.
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