How to Pronounce "renege"
word
ɹɪˈnɪɡ
ri-NIG
ɹɪnˈɛdʒ
ri-NEJ
Definition
To break a promise, agreement, or commitment after first agreeing to it; to go back on your word.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈnɪɡ
British English
ɹɪnˈɛdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-NIG
UK
ri-NEJ
Listen in Context
He promised to help but later reneged.
The company reneged on its contract.
Don't renege on your promise.
They said they'd finish the project by May, but they totally reneged.