Forsooth

usgb/fərˈsuːθ/
adverb

In truth, indeed, truly.

You sadly mistake, my dear forsooth.
Visual representation of "forsooth" - In truth, indeed, truly.

Often appears as...

  • forsooth
  • i know not

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Formal

Literary

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Historical Flavor

Used to provide an old-fashioned or Shakespearean feel to language.

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Good sir, forsooth, I bid thee welcome.
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Emphatic Agreement

Expresses strong agreement or confirmation, similar to saying 'indeed' with emphasis.

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Forsooth, the tale you speak of is as old as time itself.
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Irony or Sarcasm

Sometimes used ironically or sarcastically to mock someone's statement.

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Ah, forsooth, as if I would ever trust a knave like you!
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