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Meaning of 'forsooth' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Forsooth [ 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.
2 . Forsooth [ n.]
- A person who used forsooth much; a very ceremonious and deferential person.
3 . Forsooth [ v. t.]
- To address respectfully with the term forsooth.

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