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Perjuring: meaning, definitions and examples

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perjuring

 

[ ˈpɜːrdʒərɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal context

To perjure means to willfully tell an untruth or make a misrepresentation under oath. This act typically occurs in a courtroom setting where a witness is required to provide truthful testimony. Perjuring oneself is considered a serious offense and can lead to penalties, including fines or imprisonment. It undermines the integrity of the judicial system and can significantly impact the outcome of legal proceedings.

Synonyms

deceiving, false swearing, lying under oath, misrepresenting

Examples of usage

  • He was accused of perjuring himself during the trial.
  • She was found guilty of perjuring her testimony.
  • The lawyer warned the witness that perjuring could lead to severe consequences.

Translations

Translations of the word "perjuring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perjúrio

🇮🇳 झूठा गवाही देना

🇩🇪 Falschaussage

🇮🇩 perjanjian palsu

🇺🇦 пересвідчення

🇵🇱 krzywoprzysięstwo

🇯🇵 偽証

🇫🇷 parjure

🇪🇸 perjurio

🇹🇷 yalan tanıklık

🇰🇷 위증

🇸🇦 الشهادة الزور

🇨🇿 křivá přísaha

🇸🇰 krivá prísaha

🇨🇳 伪证

🇸🇮 lažna izjava

🇮🇸 falskur vitnisburður

🇰🇿 жалған куәлік

🇬🇪 მცდარი ჩვენება

🇦🇿 saxta ifadə

🇲🇽 perjurio

Etymology

The term 'perjuring' originates from the Latin word 'perjurare', which means 'to swear falsely'. It is composed of 'per-', meaning 'through', and 'jurare', meaning 'to swear'. This etymology reflects the serious nature of the act, as it involves violating a solemn oath taken in a legal or formal context. The usage of the term in English dates back to the 15th century, highlighting its long-standing relevance in legal terminology. Over the centuries, perjury has been recognized as a criminal offense in most legal systems, emphasizing the importance of truthful testimony in maintaining justice. The consequences of perjury have evolved, with societal attitudes towards honesty and integrity in legal matters shaping the laws surrounding this act.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,678, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.