What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
perjurement
Example
The witness was charged with perjurement for lying under oath during the trial. [perjurement: noun]
Example
He committed perjurement when he lied about his whereabouts on the night of the crime. [perjurement: verb]
perjury
Example
The defendant was found guilty of perjury for lying under oath during the trial. [perjury: noun]
Example
She committed perjury when she falsely testified in court. [perjury: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Perjury is more commonly used than perjurement in everyday language and legal settings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between perjurement and perjury?
Perjury is considered more formal than perjurement, and is commonly used in legal settings.
