📄resignation

noun
/ˌrɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/

Meaning

The act of giving up a job or position; acceptance of something undesirable but inevitable.
The acceptance of something undesirable but inevitable; giving up.

Example Sentences

The CEO submitted his resignation yesterday.

Her resignation from the position was unexpected.

Example Expressions

with resignation

Synonyms

departure, stepping down, surrender, acceptance, renunciation, withdrawal, retire
Entry 1
departure, stepping down, surrender, acceptance, renunciation
Entry 2
withdrawal, surrender, retire

Antonyms

appointment, retention, resistance, persistence, continuation
Entry 1
appointment, retention
Entry 2
resistance, persistence, continuation

Collocations

submit resignation, letter of resignation, forced resignation, resignation speech

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