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verity

[ˈverəti]

verity Definition

  • 1a true principle or belief, especially one of fundamental importance
  • 2the quality or state of being true or real

Using verity: Examples

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

  • Example

    The verity of his claims was questioned by the authorities.

  • Example

    The verity of the historical account is still debated by scholars.

  • Example

    The verity of the scientific theory has been confirmed by multiple experiments.

verity Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with verity

  • in truth; in fact

    Example

    In verity, he was not as wealthy as he claimed to be.

  • the degree or extent of pain or hardship experienced by someone

    Example

    The verity of her suffering was evident in her tear-streaked face.

  • verity of consequences

    the seriousness or magnitude of the outcomes resulting from an action or decision

    Example

    The verity of the consequences of his reckless driving hit him hard when he caused a serious accident.

Origins of verity

from Old French 'verite', from Latin 'veritas', meaning 'truth'

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Summary: verity in Brief

The term 'verity' [ˈverəti] refers to a true principle or belief, especially one of fundamental importance, or the quality or state of being true or real. It is often used to question the truthfulness of claims or accounts, as in 'The verity of his claims was questioned by the authorities.' 'Verity' also extends into phrases like 'in verity,' which means 'in truth,' and 'verity of suffering,' which denotes the degree of pain or hardship experienced by someone.