Renegade

/ˈrɛnɪɡeɪd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who deserts and betrays an organization, country, or set of principles.

The renegade left the army to join the rebel forces.

A person who behaves in a rebellious manner or rejects the norms and conventions.

As a renegade artist, she challenged the traditional boundaries of her craft.

adjective

Having abandoned one's allegiance or affiliation.

His renegade actions made him a controversial figure in the political landscape.

Rebellious; unconventional.

The renegade group sought to create a new form of art that defied all previous styles.

From Spanish 'renegado' meaning 'a renegade', from 'renegar' meaning 'to deny or reject'.

renegade behavior

Actions that go against established norms or rules.

renegade leader

A leader who has broken away from a traditional group or organization.

renegade spirit

An attitude of independence and nonconformity.

defector

A person who abandons their country or cause.

traitor

Someone who betrays a trust or allegiance.

A person who goes against the norms.

In the skateboarding scene, he's known as a renegade for his daring tricks.

Someone who rejects societal rules.

She lives as a renegade, never worrying about fitting in with others.