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renegade

1 of 3noun
/ˈrɛnɪɡeɪd/
Forms:renegades
1

someone who rejects conventional behavior or allegiance

  • She was considered a renegade for her unconventional style and refusal to conform to traditional artistic norms.
  • The renegade broke away from his party to form a new independent movement, sparking controversy within the political establishment.
  • In the Wild West, renegades roamed the frontier, defying the law and causing chaos wherever they went.
  • Despite warnings from her family, she chose to marry the renegade, drawn to his rebellious spirit and free-spirited lifestyle.
  • The renegade deserted his unit and joined forces with the enemy, earning the disdain of his former comrades.
2

a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc.