Basic Details
Word: Verily
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: Truly; in a true or honest way.
Synonyms: Truly, really, certainly
Antonyms: Falsely, dishonestly
Idioms and Phrases
- Verily I say unto you: A formal phrase often used to emphasise a statement. Example: "Verily I say unto you, honesty is the best policy in life."
- It is verily so: Used to agree strongly with a positive statement. Example: "The sun shines bright today, and it is verily so!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: Verily, the students worked hard and deserved their excellent grades.
Example 2: He said, "Verily, I have never seen such a beautiful sunset in my life."
Example 3: The teacher reminded us that verily we should always be kind to each other.
Fun Fact
The word "verily" comes from the Old English word "verilice," which meant "truly" or "certainly." It was commonly used in literature and religious texts during the Middle Ages.
Famous Quote
"Verily, I say unto you, inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." - The Bible, Matthew 25:40
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "verily" mean?
a) In a false way
b) Truly
c) In a quiet manner
d) Quickly
Answer: b) Truly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "verily"?
a) Falsely
b) Really
c) Rarely
d) Slowly
Answer: b) Really
3. Which sentence uses "verily" correctly?
a) She verily forgot her homework yesterday.
b) Verily, I am excited about the school trip.
c) He ran verily fast to the finish line.
d) Verily is a type of fruit.
Answer: b) Verily, I am excited about the school trip.
4. Which idiom uses "verily"?
a) Verily I say unto you
b) As sound as a pound
c) To break the ice
d) Kill two birds with one stone
Answer: a) Verily I say unto you
5. What is the opposite of "verily"?
a) Certainly
b) Falsely
c) Really
d) Obviously
Answer: b) Falsely
