Pronunciation: /ˈverəli/

Definitions of verily

adverb Truly, certainly, or without a doubt

Example Sentences

A1 Verily, I say unto you, the sun is hot.

A2 Verily, she is a good student.

B1 Verily, the food at this restaurant is delicious.

B2 Verily, the evidence supports his claim.

C1 Verily, the research findings are groundbreaking.

C2 Verily, the artist's talent knows no bounds.

interjection Used to emphasize or introduce a statement

Example Sentences

A1 Verily, I am happy to see you.

A2 Verily, this is the best pizza I have ever tasted.

B1 Verily, I believe we can achieve our goals if we work together.

B2 Verily, the evidence presented in court was overwhelming.

C1 Verily, I have never seen such a beautiful sunset before.

C2 Verily, the results of the experiment were truly groundbreaking.

Examples of verily in a Sentence

formal Verily, I say unto you, the evidence presented in court is irrefutable.

informal Verily, I can't believe how fast time flies when you're having fun.

slang Verily dude, that concert was lit!

figurative Verily, the truth shall set you free, if you have the courage to face it.

Grammatical Forms of verily

past tense

verilied

plural

verilies

comparative

more verily

superlative

most verily

present tense

verily

future tense

will verily

perfect tense

have verilied

continuous tense

is verilying

singular

verily

positive degree

very verily

infinitive

to verily

gerund

verilying

participle

verilied

Origin and Evolution of verily

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'verily' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'fæstlice' meaning truly or certainly.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'verily' evolved to be used as an archaic or formal way of emphasizing the truth or certainty of a statement.