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