Associations to the word «Renege»

Wiktionary

RENEGE, verb. (intransitive) To break a promise or commitment; to go back on one's word.
RENEGE, verb. (intransitive) In a card game, to break one's commitment to follow suit when capable.
RENEGE, verb. (transitive) (archaic) To deny; to renounce

Dictionary definition

RENEGE, noun. The mistake of not following suit when able to do so.
RENEGE, verb. Fail to fulfill a promise or obligation; "She backed out of her promise".

Wise words

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