What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
perjury
Example
The witness was charged with perjury for lying on the stand. [perjury: noun]
Example
He committed perjury when he lied about his whereabouts during the time of the crime. [perjury: noun]
purgery
Example
I think you mean perjury, not purgery. [correction]
Example
I've never heard of the word purgery before. [uncommon]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Perjury is the more commonly used term in the English language, while purgery is not widely recognized or used.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between perjury and purgery?
Both perjury and purgery are legal terms used in court proceedings and are considered formal language.
