Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perjure
verb
/ˈpərjər/
Definition
To deliberately lie or falsify oneself, especially while under oath.
Examples
- Before the jury, he chose to perjure himself rather than admit to his wrongdoing.
- The witness was caught trying to perjure his testimony, which resulted in severe legal consequences.
Meaning
To commit perjury means to make false statements or to lie when one is legally bound to tell the truth, particularly in a court of law.
Synonyms
- lie
- speak falsely
- deceive
- misrepresent
