Perjury
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɜː(ɹ)d͡ʒəɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perjury is a noun meaning (law) The deliberate giving of false or misleading testimony under oath.
Meaning
(law) The deliberate giving of false or misleading testimony under oath.
Example Sentences
We declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Word Forms
- perjuries
Synonyms for perjury
Depending on context, synonyms include oathbreach, testilying, testiphony.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include forgery, hand, testilying, perjurer, perjure, oathbreaking.
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