perjure
3 synonyms for perjure, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To deliberately lie while under oath, especially in court.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use perjure
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
perjure himself
perjure herself
Etymology
From Old French parjurer, from Latin periurare ("to swear falsely").
Full origin of perjure →Frequently asked questions
What does “perjure” mean?
The word “perjure” means to deliberately lie while under oath, especially in court. In plain terms, to lie under oath — almost always used reflexively as "perjure oneself.".
How do you pronounce “perjure”?
“Perjure” is pronounced PURD-zhuh (/ˈpɝd͡ʒɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “perjure” in a sentence?
Here is “perjure” used in a sentence: “He perjured himself by denying he was at the scene.”
What is another word for “perjure”?
Words with a similar meaning to “perjure” include forswear, manswear and misswear.
What part of speech is “perjure”?
“Perjure” is a verb.
Where does the word “perjure” come from?
The word “perjure” comes from Latin. From Old French parjurer, from Latin periurare ("to swear falsely").
