| forsooth | In truth; in fact; certainly; very well; formerly used as an expression of deference or respect, especially to woman; now used ironically or contemptuously. "A fit man, forsooth, to govern a realm!" (Hayward) "Our old English word forsooth has been changed for the French madam." (Guardian) Origin: AS. Forsoo; for, prep. + soo sooth, truth. See For, prep, and Sooth. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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