Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
renegade
noun
/ˈrenəˌɡād/
Definition
A renegade is a person who abandons a party, cause, or religion and joins an opposing one.
Examples
- The renegade soldier defected to the enemy camp.
- She always considered herself a renegade in the world of fashion.
- The renegade group challenged the authority of the government.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can refer to someone who behaves in a rebellious or unconventional manner.
Synonyms
- rebel
- defector
- outlaw
- traitor
- maverick
