verily

[ˈverəli]

verily Definition

• 1. truly; certainly
• 2. used to emphasize the truth or accuracy of a statement

Using verily: Examples

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

• Example

  Verily, I say unto you, he who believes in me will have eternal life.

• Example

  Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.

• Example

  I verily thought that I should die for want of breath.

verily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for verily

• indeed
• truly
• certainly

Origins of verily

from Old English 'fērlice', meaning 'truthfully'

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Summary: verily in Brief

'Verily' [ˈverəli] is an adverb used to emphasize the truth or accuracy of a statement. It can be used to express certainty or to introduce a solemn declaration, as in 'Verily, I say unto you'.