† reˈniantObs.rare. Also renyant. [a. F. reniant, pres.pple. of renier: see renay v.] A renegade. 1387–8T. Usk Test. Love i. iii. (Skeat) l. 118 A renyant [1560 reniant] forjuged hath not halfe the care.1674Blount Glossogr., Reniant, a Revolter, a Runnagate.