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Verily Definition & Meaning

verily
adverb
  1. in truth; certainly; "I verily think so"; "trust in the Lord...and verily thou shalt be fed"- Ps
  2. 3

"Verily" in song lyrics

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  • "I know Jesus carry me, he ever need me I'm there verily"
    Bizzy Bone — They Don't Know

Usage tips for "verily"

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Frequently asked questions

What does verily mean?
in truth; certainly; "I verily think so"; "trust in the Lord...and verily thou shalt be fed"- Ps 37:3
What part of speech is verily?
Verily is an adverb.
How many definitions does verily have?
Verily has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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