Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perjured
Adjective
/ˈpərˌjərd/
Definition
Having made a false oath or given false testimony under oath.
Examples
- The witness was found to be perjured when his statements contradicted evidence.
- She faced severe penalties for her perjured testimony in court.
- The lawyer argued that his client’s perjured declaration should not be trusted.
Meaning
The act of deliberately giving false information while sworn to tell the truth.
Synonyms
- False
- Dishonest
- Deceitful
- Untruthful
