1. to go back on a promise, commitment, or agreement
2. to fail to follow suit when able to do so in a card game
Usage: card games

Examples

• The company reneged on its promise to provide health benefits.
• He reneged on the deal at the last minute.
• The politician was accused of reneging on campaign promises.
• She felt betrayed when her partner reneged on their agreement.
• The player was penalized for reneging during the bridge game.
• Don’t renege on your commitment to help with the project.