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Defectors

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Definition

Defectors are people who leave one group or organization to join another, usually because they disagree with or are unhappy with the original group.

Synonyms & similar words

defector deserter traitors renegades turncoats deserters dissidents rebels fugitives runaways secessionists betrayers apostates insurgents mutineers heretics strays disloyalists mavericks separatists disaffected renouncers

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