Confederate Definition & Meaning

confederate
adjective
  1. of or having to do with the southern Confederacy during the American Civil War; "Confederate soldiers"
  2. united in a confederacy or league
noun
  1. a supporter of the Confederate States of America
  2. someone who assists in a plot
  3. a person who joins with another in carrying out some plan (especially an unethical or illegal plan)
verb
  1. form a group or unite; "The groups banded together"
  2. form a confederation with; of nations

"Confederate" in song lyrics

See how confederate is used in real songs:

  • "I'ma, fiendish genius, a rap confederate"
    Lord Finesse and DJ Mike Smooth — Just a Little Something
  • "bermuda confederate"
    AOL — AOL
  • "daughters of the confederate"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "confederate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "confederate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for confederate to find words that pair well.

Use "confederate" in a verse

Now that you know what "confederate" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

Generate a verse

Look up another word