Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
false-testimony
noun
/fɔls ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni/

Definition
A statement made under oath that is untrue or misleading.

Examples
- The witness was charged with false testimony after it was revealed that he lied about what he saw.
- Providing false testimony can undermine the entire judicial process.
- She was found guilty of false testimony in a court case.

Meaning
False testimony refers to providing inaccurate information during a legal proceeding, which can lead to serious consequences.

Synonyms
- perjury
- deception
- misrepresentation