renegade

//ˈrɛnɪˌɡeɪd//
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Noun

renegadeSingular
renegadesPlural
1

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

The renegade was hunted down after betraying his country's secrets.

2

A person who abandons their religion; an apostate.

He was labeled a renegade after he publicly renounced his faith.

Adjective

renegadeCanonical form
1

Having treacherously changed allegiance; rebellious or unconventional.

The renegade soldier refused to follow orders and joined the opposing side.

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