confession · noun C or U /kənˈfeʃ.ən/Full view
confession
B2 when you admit that you have done something wrong or illegal
Dictionary examples:

He made a full confession to the police.

I have a confession to make - I've lost that book you lent me.

Learner example:

I also have a confession to make. (First Certificate in English; B2; Swedish)

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