Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it.
"She found a true confidant in her childhood friend."
A woman with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting her not to repeat it.
"The queen’s maid became her most trusted confidante."
To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.
"He confided his worries to his best friend."
The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust or self-assurance.
"She spoke with great confidence during the meeting."
feeling or showing certainty about something; having self-assurance
"She was confident about her ability to succeed."
intended to be kept secret or private
"The lawyer shared confidential documents with her client."
The state of keeping or being kept secret or private
"Confidentiality is crucial in data security."
in a confidential manner; secretly; privately
"The information was shared confidentially between the two managers."
an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure
"The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance."
to keep or restrict someone or something within limits
"He was confined to his room after the surgery."
the state of being confined or restricted
"The prisoner endured years of confinement."
to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
"The hotel will confirm your reservation by email."
the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed
"She received a confirmation email for her appointment."
to take something away officially, often as a punishment
"The teacher confiscated the student's phone during class."
This is a common misspelling of 'conflagration', which means a large, destructive fire.
"The term 'conflagaration' is often incorrectly used instead of 'conflagration'."
A large, destructive fire that destroys a great deal of land or property.
"The forest was devastated by a massive conflagration that lasted for days."
To combine two or more things, often confusingly, into one.
"The article tends to conflate facts with opinions."
A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.
"The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations."
The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.
"Conflict resolution is vital for global peace."
The junction of two rivers; also a situation where people or things come together.
"The city was founded at the confluence of two great rivers."
Flowing together or merging; coming together at one point.
"The confluent streams formed a mighty river."
To comply with rules, standards, or laws.
"Students must conform to the school regulations."
Capable of being adapted or consistent with something; compliant.
"His actions were conformable to the rules of the institution."
The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.
"The product was tested for conformance with safety standards."
The shape, structure, or arrangement of something.
"The scientist studied the molecular conformation of the protein."
A person who uncritically conforms to established practices or standards.
"She was labeled a conformist for always following the crowd."
Compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with social norms.
"The students were praised for their conformity to the school regulations."
to confuse or surprise someone, often by acting against their expectations
"The magician's trick seemed to confound the entire audience."
to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict
"She had to confront her fears before making the speech."
A hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties.
"The protest led to a confrontation with the police."
To make someone unable to think clearly; to bewilder.
"The complex instructions confused the students."
unable to think clearly; uncertain or puzzled
"She felt confused by the complicated instructions."
causing someone to be unable to think clearly or understand; difficult to comprehend
"The instructions were confusing and hard to follow."
a state of being bewildered or unclear in one’s mind
"The sudden change in schedule caused a lot of confusion."
to become thick or solid, especially from cooling
"The soup began to congeal after being left on the table."
pleasant and friendly because of having similar interests or qualities
"They found the café a congenial place to meet and talk."
The quality of being pleasant, friendly, and easy to talk to.
"His congeniality makes him popular among friends."
existing from birth, usually describing a disease or condition
"The child was born with a congenital heart defect."
To block or overcrowd a space, making movement or flow difficult.
"Heavy traffic can congest the city streets during rush hour."
Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.
"The road was congested during rush hour."
Traffic jam or overcrowded condition in roads or areas where there is excessive presence of vehicles or people.
"Urban congestion leads to longer travel times."
A large corporation consisting of diverse companies under one group.
"The multinational conglomerate owns businesses in technology, finance, and media."
A collection or mixture of different things grouped together.
"The market is a conglomeration of small shops and food stalls."
to praise someone for an achievement or for a special occasion
"I want to congratulate you on your promotion."
an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune
"She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award."
words expressing praise for an achievement or good wishes on a special occasion
"Congratulations on your promotion! You really deserved this success."
To come together in a group or crowd.
"People congregated in the park to celebrate the festival."
a group of people assembled for religious worship or a common purpose
"The congregation gathered to hear the sermon."
a formal meeting or assembly, especially of representatives for discussion
"The international congress on climate change will be held next year."
relating to a congress, especially the US Congress
"The bill received strong congressional support."
