Fessed up

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛst ˈəp/

Fessed up (verb)

  1. To admit that you did something wrong or dishonest, especially after being questioned or caught.
  2. To finally say the truth about something you were hiding or not telling before.

Examples

  • She fessed up to breaking the rules.
  • They fessed up after the mistake was found.