Definition

1. Noun:
   • A state that does not respect other states in its international actions: A nation or sovereign political entity that consistently violates established international norms, laws, or agreements in its foreign policy and interactions with other countries. It is characterized by a pattern of behavior that disregards the sovereignty, rights, or security of other states.

Usage

• The term "renegade state" is used in political science and international relations discourse. It is a formal and often politically charged label applied by other states or international bodies to describe a nation perceived as an outlaw or rogue actor on the global stage.
• It functions as a countable noun.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The United Nations debated imposing sanctions on the renegade state for its repeated violations of the nuclear non-proliferation treaty.
  • Diplomats argued that treating the country as a renegade state would only further isolate it and increase global tensions.

Advanced Usage

• The concept is often linked to discussions about international legitimacy and sovereignty. A state may be labeled a renegade for actions such as sponsoring terrorism, pursuing weapons of mass destruction in violation of treaties, or engaging in unprovoked military aggression.
• The label "renegade state" can be subjective and is often used within specific geopolitical contexts, reflecting the perspective of the labeling party or the prevailing international consensus.

Variants and Related Words

• Rogue state (n): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "renegade state" to describe a nation seen as unpredictable and dangerous to international peace.
• Outlaw state (n): Another similar term emphasizing the state's placement outside the community of law-abiding nations.
• Pariah state (n): A state that is diplomatically and economically isolated by the international community, often as a consequence of being viewed as a renegade.

Synonyms

• Rogue nation: A nation that flouts international law.
• International outlaw: A state acting outside accepted international legal frameworks.

Related Concepts (Not Phrasal Verbs)

• State sponsorship of terrorism: A common action associated with being labeled a renegade state.
• Belligerence: Aggressive or warlike behavior, often a trait of a renegade state's foreign policy.
• Non-compliance: Failure or refusal to comply with international agreements, a hallmark of renegade state behavior.

Noun

1. a state that does not respect other states in its international actions