Forsooth
Adverb
- Indeed (used for emphasis or to express surprise or indignation).
Example Sentences
“Forsooth, an elephant is loose in Central Park!”
“Forsooth, I believed you were telling the truth from the beginning.”
“Kayla noticed that, forsooth, he was still studying for the test.”
Word Origin
Old English, pre-13th century
Why this word?
This word developed from the Old English word “forsoth,” which likely comes from a combination of the words “for” and “sooth” (“truth”). When first used in Old English, “forsooth” meant “in truth” or “indeed”; however, the term has since developed into an exclamation of disbelief. You’re now likely to find this word used more satirically than seriously.
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