forsooth

[fɔːˈsuːθ]

forsooth Definition

• 1. indeed
• 2. in truth
• 3. certainly

Using forsooth: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forsooth" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Forsooth, I have never seen such a beautiful sunset.

• Example

  I, forsooth, am not afraid of the dark.

• Example

  Forsooth, I shall attend the party tonight.

forsooth Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forsooth

• indeed
• truly
• certainly

Phrases with forsooth

• forsooth and verily

  an expression used to emphasize the truthfulness of a statement

  Example

  Forsooth and verily, I swear that I did not steal the money.

• forsoothly

  in a truthful or honest manner

  Example

  He spoke forsoothly when he said he did not know anything about the incident.

• forsoothness

  the quality of being truthful or honest

  Example

  The forsoothness of his words convinced me that he was telling the truth.

Origins of forsooth

from Old English 'for sōþ', meaning 'for truth'

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Summary: forsooth in Brief

'Forsooth' [fɔːˈsuːθ] is an archaic adverb that means 'indeed,' 'in truth,' or 'certainly.' It is often used to emphasize the truthfulness of a statement. The phrase 'forsooth and verily' is used to express the truthfulness of a statement. 'Forsoothly' means 'in a truthful or honest manner,' while 'forsoothness' refers to the quality of being truthful or honest.