Forsooth

Definition:

  • (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.

Compare forsooth with other words:

forsooth vs. sooth

forsooth vs. really

forsooth vs. truthfully

forsooth vs. indeed

forsooth vs. quotha