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verity [ˈvɛrɪtɪ] n pl -ties
1. the quality or state of being true, real, or correct 2. a true principle, statement, idea, etc.; a truth or fact [from Old French vérité, from Latin vēritās, from vērus true] ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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He has my love not only because he is a poet of the most exquisite verity, but because he is a lover of men, with a faith in them such as can move mountains of ignorance, and dulness, and greed. If I told you why I wished it you would be surprised indeed, nor can I myself understand; but, of a verity, my greatest wish to be out of this life is due to the fact that I crave the association of those very enemies I have been taught to hate. He made believe to play, and uttered simulated growls that failed of the verity of simulation. |
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