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verily

 

[ ˈvɛrɪli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

truth affirmation

Verily is an archaic or literary term that means 'truly' or 'certainly.' It is often used to emphasize the truth of a statement. This word is typically associated with religious or formal contexts, giving weight to affirmations or beliefs. In modern usage, 'verily' is rarely used outside of specific contexts or older texts. It conveys a strong conviction about the stated fact or belief.

Synonyms

certainly, indeed, really, truly

Examples of usage

  • Verily, I say unto you.
  • He has verily proven his dedication.
  • Verily, the truth shall set you free.

Translations

Translations of the word "verily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 verdadeiramente

🇮🇳 वास्तव में

🇩🇪 wahrhaftig

🇮🇩 sesungguhnya

🇺🇦 по істині

🇵🇱 naprawdę

🇯🇵 真実に

🇫🇷 véritablement

🇪🇸 verdaderamente

🇹🇷 gerçekten

🇰🇷 진실로

🇸🇦 حقًا

🇨🇿 opravdu

🇸🇰 naozaj

🇨🇳 确实

🇸🇮 resnično

🇮🇸 satt

🇰🇿 шын мәнінде

🇬🇪 ჭეშმარიტად

🇦🇿 həqiqətən

🇲🇽 verdaderamente

Etymology

The term 'verily' originates from the Old English word 'sēōlīc,' which means 'true' or 'true.' Over time, it evolved into the Middle English 'veray' and 'verili,' retaining its connotation of truth. It has been used in various religious texts, including the Bible, primarily to assert the veracity of statements in a solemn or formal manner. This word appears frequently in the King James Version of the Bible, where it is used to convey divine truth. As language evolved, 'verily' became less common in everyday speech but remains a recognizable term in literary and religious contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,292, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.