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Perjured: meaning, definitions and examples

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perjured

 

[ ˈpɜːr.dʒɚd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

legal context

The term 'perjured' refers to having committed perjury, which is the act of lying or making false statements under oath during legal proceedings. It is a serious offense in many jurisdictions, as it undermines the integrity of the judicial process. Individuals found to have perjured themselves can face criminal charges and severe penalties, including imprisonment. The concept emphasizes the importance of honesty and accountability in legal testimonies.

Synonyms

deceitful, dishonest, lying

Examples of usage

  • The witness was found to be perjured in court.
  • He was charged with perjured statements during the trial.
  • Her perjured testimony led to a mistrial.
  • Lawyers must ensure that their clients do not provide perjured evidence.

Translations

Translations of the word "perjured" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perjurado

🇮🇳 परज्यूरड

🇩🇪 falsche Aussage

🇮🇩 saksi palsu

🇺🇦 пересуджений

🇵🇱 fałszywy świadek

🇯🇵 偽証した

🇫🇷 parjure

🇪🇸 perjurio

🇹🇷 yalan tanıklık

🇰🇷 위증한

🇸🇦 شهادة زور

🇨🇿 křivá přísaha

🇸🇰 nepravdivé svedectvo

🇨🇳 作伪证

🇸🇮 lažna izjava

🇮🇸 falskur vitnisburður

🇰🇿 жалған куәлік

🇬🇪 მაყურებელი

🇦🇿 yalan ifadə

🇲🇽 falso testimonio

Etymology

The term 'perjured' derives from the verb 'perjure,' which comes from the Latin word 'perjurare.' 'Per' means 'through' or 'by way of,' and 'jurare' means 'to swear.' The combination indicates the act of swearing falsely. This legal term has evolved through the ages, and its usage can be traced back to medieval times when oaths were commonly taken in court settings. The significance of oaths in legal proceedings has long been recognized, and the concept of perjury has since become a critical aspect of legal systems worldwide. As societies developed more complex legal frameworks, the consequences of perjured statements were codified in law, emphasizing the rule of law and the need for truthful evidence.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,856, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.