Old English Words
1 / 15Archaic English words and their meanings
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What does the archaic word 'forsooth' mean?
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Archaic English words and their meanings Old English Words packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
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1. What does the archaic word 'forsooth' mean?
Answer: In truth
2. If someone were described as 'hale,' what would that mean?
Answer: Healthy and strong
3. What does the old word 'fortnight' literally mean?
Answer: Fourteen nights
4. In old English, what did 'anon' mean?
Answer: Soon or shortly
5. What does the archaic word 'ere' mean?
Answer: Before
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