Definition of Forsooth

For`sooth´
adv.1.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.
v. t.1.To address respectfully with the term forsooth.
n.1.A person who used forsooth much; a very ceremonious and deferential person.
You sip so like a forsooth of the city.
- B. Jonson.


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