renegade
5 synonyms and 4 antonyms for renegade, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who abandons a cause, group, or belief and often turns against it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Someone who abandons a cause, group, or belief and often turns against it.
“The renegade officer was court-martialled for leaking secrets.”
Opposites
2. adjective
Rebellious, disloyal, or acting outside accepted rules.
“A renegade faction broke away from the main political party.”
How to use renegade
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
renegade group
go renegade
renegade behaviour
Etymology
From Spanish renegado, from Medieval Latin renegatus, "one who has denied [their faith]."
Full origin of renegade →Frequently asked questions
What does “renegade” mean?
The word “renegade” means someone who abandons a cause, group, or belief and often turns against it. In plain terms, someone (or something) that breaks away from the group and goes against it.
How do you pronounce “renegade”?
“Renegade” is pronounced REH-nuh-gayd (/ˈɹɛ.nɪˌɡeɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “renegade” in a sentence?
Here is “renegade” used in a sentence: “The renegade officer was court-martialled for leaking secrets.”
What part of speech is “renegade”?
Depending on how it is used, “renegade” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “renegade” come from?
The word “renegade” comes from Medieval Latin. From Spanish renegado, from Medieval Latin renegatus, "one who has denied [their faith].".
Is “renegade” a common word?
“Renegade” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “renegade” have?
“Renegade” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who abandons a cause, group, or belief and often turns against it.
