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- US Pronunciation
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- [ni-geyt, neg-eyt]
- /nɪˈgeɪt, ˈnɛg eɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [ni-geyt, neg-eyt]
- /nɪˈgeɪt, ˈnɛg eɪt/
Definitions of renegate word
- verb with object renegate to deny the existence, evidence, or truth of: an investigation tending to negate any supernatural influences. 1
- verb with object renegate to nullify or cause to be ineffective: Progress on the study has been negated by the lack of funds. 1
- verb without object renegate to be negative; bring or cause negative results: a pessimism that always negates. 1
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Origin of renegate
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Latin negātus (past participle of negāre to deny, refuse), equivalent to neg- (variant of nec not; see neglect) + -ā- theme vowel + -tus past participle suffix
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Parts of speech for Renegate
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
renegate popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 60% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
renegate usage trend in Literature
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