Latin · root
fateri
to admit
Words sharing this root
confessTo acknowledge something wrong or previously concealed.confessionA formal statement of beliefs, especially religious faith.confessionAn admission of wrongdoing or a private truth.confessionalConcerned with revealing private matters or admitting wrongdoing.confessorSomeone who openly acknowledges a fault or professes a belief.confessorA priest who hears confessions of sin.professionAn open declaration of belief or commitment.professionAn occupation requiring specialized knowledge or training.professorA college or university teacher, especially one of higher rank.