false witness
The term 'false witness' is rooted in legal and ethical contexts, emphasizing the importance of honesty in testimony and public statements.
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Definition
C1Legal
(formal)A person who deliberately provides untrue testimony under oath.
Example
- The court found him guilty of being a false witness during the trial.
B2General
(formal)A statement that is intentionally untrue, often made to deceive others.
Example
- Spreading false witness can damage a person's reputation severely.
Similar
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