How to Pronounce "perjured"
word
ˈpɝdʒɝd
PUR-jerd
pˈɜːdʒjɔːd
PUR-jawrd
Definition
Having told a lie after promising to tell the truth, especially in a legal setting such as court.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɝdʒɝd
British English
pˈɜːdʒjɔːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUR-jerd
UK
PUR-jawrd
Listen in Context
The witness gave a perjured statement in court.
A perjured confession can lead to injustice.
He was found guilty because of his perjured evidence.
Everyone knew it was a perjured testimony, but no one spoke up.