1. (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. (v. t.) To address respectfully with the term forsooth.
3. (n.) A person who used forsooth much; a very ceremonious and deferential person.
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