What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
admit
Example
I have to admit, I was wrong about that.
Example
The bouncer wouldn't admit us into the club without proper ID.
Example
He finally admitted to stealing the money from the cash register.
confess
Example
She confessed to cheating on the test.
Example
He confessed his love for her after years of keeping it a secret.
Example
The prisoner confessed to the crime during the interrogation.
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Admit is more commonly used in everyday language, while confess is more often used in legal or religious contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between admit and confess?
Confess is generally considered more formal than admit, as it is often used in legal or religious contexts where formality is expected.
