perjure

/ˈpɜrʒaɪ/; /ˈpɜrˌdʒʊər/

Definitions

1. verb

to give false testimony under oath, especially in a court of law

“The witness was accused of perjuring himself on the stand.”

2. noun

the act of giving false testimony under oath

“The jury found the defendant guilty of perjury and perjury.”

Synonyms

  • bear false witness
  • lie under oath

Antonyms

  • swear to the truth
  • tell the truth