1. people who are trusted with private or secret matters; close friends to whom one tells personal information
Usage: plural of confidant

Examples

• She shared her deepest fears only with her closest confidants.
• The president’s confidants advised him against making the announcement.
• As childhood friends, they remained each other’s confidants throughout their lives.
• He chose his confidants carefully, knowing the importance of trust.
• The celebrity’s confidants were sworn to secrecy about her personal life.
• Her confidants provided emotional support during the difficult divorce.
• The business leader relied on a small circle of confidants for major decisions.