reneger

/ˈrɛnɪɡər, ˈriːnɪɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who deserts or betrays an obligation or trust, especially a soldier who deserts in time of war.

“The reneger was brought to justice and punished for their cowardly actions.”

Synonyms

  • deserter
  • traitor

Antonyms

  • loyalist
  • soldier