Sonnet 138: When my love swears that she is made of truth

Sonnet 138: When my love swears that she is made of truth Glossary

unlearnèd (adjective)

Unlearned, uneducated, ignorant, inexperienced

vainly (adverb)

Wrongly, incorrectly; in a vain manner

simply (adverb)

In a plain and straightforward manner; like a simpleton

credit (verb)

Believe; praise; add money to a bank account

wherefore (adverb)

For what reason, why

unjust (adjective)

Dishonest; unfaithful

habit (noun)

Routine of behavior; clothing, costume; guise