forsooth

adverb

fər-ˈsüth How to pronounce forsooth (audio)
Definition of forsoothnext
1
as in frankly
to tell the truth forsooth, the rumor is true: this lovely lass and I are getting married!

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2
as in surely
without any question you're getting married without a penny to your name—a pretty story forsooth!

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forsooth
  1. frankly
  2. surely
  3. honestly
  4. certainly
  5. actually
  6. sure
  7. indeed
  8. definitely
Adverb
  • Not everyone has the resources, the support, or, frankly, the desire for single parenthood.
    Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 3 Dec. 2024
  • This idea pulls us toward decisions that value our employees, our community, and frankly, our financial success.
    Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of frankly
Adverb
  • In two size varieties, four fabric options, and six color choices, there's an iteration of this sectional that suits your space, surely.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The promising 25-year-old surely would be claimed by a goalie-needy team if the Blackhawks tried to sneak him through to Rockford at that point, which leaves the team in an obvious pickle.
    Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of surely
Adverb
  • From the theme song to the Sunday night Reagan family dinners, it's been a fan-favorite since season one (and honestly could have creatively kept going).
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 8 Dec. 2024
  • That rediscovery of a deeper humanity, which comes from collective solidarity [and] collective action, awaits anyone who will look honestly at our situation.
    Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of honestly
Adverb
  • There was no internet, so there certainly weren’t platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • But though its price is certainly right, this 1.5-liter plastic model designed for cold brew was just too flimsily constructed to recommend.
    Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of certainly
Adverb
  • Corporate Parallels When looking to fill CEO slots at their companies, boards of directors might actually prefer a few of the characteristics that have stood out in Trump’s picks.
    Edward Segal, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • But co-showrunner Rashad Raisani tells Entertainment Weekly that the Lone Star team actually started with a completely different plan for the Gabriel mystery.
    Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of actually
Adverb
  • Money might not grow on trees, but mistletoe sure does.
    Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The Giants sure sound willing to engage with any or all of those one-time perennial All-Stars while addressing short-term needs.
    Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of sure
Adverb
  • Life without monarch butterflies would be poorer indeed.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 12 Dec. 2024
  • But there is indeed something that speaks to me: Their life is uncluttered.
    Robert Klose, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of indeed
Adverb
  • Matchups are definitely a thing in pickleball, especially in singles.
    Todd Boss, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Plus, these are definitely not designed for more intense exercise or wearing on rugged terrains.
    Samson McDougall, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of definitely
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