Definition

In a way that seems true or real; suggesting that something is likely to be true.

Example

The story was told verisimilarly, making the audience believe every word.

Conversation

I watched that documentary last night, and it portrayed events verisimilarly to how they actually happened.

That's interesting! I love when documentaries stick to the truth.

Yeah, it really made me appreciate the effort they put into telling the story verisimilarly.

Absolutely! It makes the whole experience feel more authentic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Verisimilarly → It is formed from "veri-" (from Latin "verus", meaning true) and "similis" (meaning similar). The word "verisimilarly" means in a manner that is true to life or resembling the truth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'true' ('veri-') and 'similar' ('similis') to remember that 'verisimilarly' means resembling the truth.

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