Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

perjured

Adjective

/ˈpɜːrdʒərd/

Definition

Having committed perjury; lying under oath.

Examples

The witness was found to be perjured, as his testimony contradicted the evidence presented.
In legal terms, perjured statements can lead to serious consequences, including imprisonment.
She was accused of perjured conduct during the trial.

Meaning

The term ‘perjured’ refers to someone who has willfully lied or provided false testimony after taking an oath to tell the truth, often in a legal setting.