Confessor

Pronunciation: /ˈkənfɛsˈɔɹ/

Confessor (noun)

  1. A person in a religious setting who hears someone’s private statements of wrongdoing.
  2. A person who openly states their religious beliefs, especially when facing punishment.

Examples

  • The confessor listened quietly during the service.
  • She spoke to the confessor about her worries.