An archaic word originally meaning `in truth' but now usually used to express disbelief
In truth; in fact; certainly; very well; -- formerly used as an expression of deference or respect, especially to woman; now used ironically or contemptuously.
Adverb
an archaic word originally meaning `in truth'' but now usually used to express disbelief
adv.
In truth; in fact; certainly; very well; -- formerly
used as an expression of deference or respect, especially to woman; now
used ironically or contemptuously.
v. t.
To address respectfully with the term forsooth.
n.
A person who used forsooth much; a very ceremonious and
deferential person.
Forsooth
A fit man, forsooth, to govern a realm!
Our old English word forsooth has been changed for the French madam.
Forsooth
The captain of the "Charles" had forsoothed her, though he knew her well enough and she him.
Forsooth
You sip so like a forsooth of the city.
In truth; in fact; certainly; very well; -- formerly used as an expression of deference or respect, especially to woman; now used ironically or contemptuously.
To address respectfully with the term forsooth.
A person who used forsooth much; a very ceremonious and deferential person.
Usage Examples
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