How do you pronounce resignation?

resignation is pronounced as /ˌrɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/.

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resignation

📄resignation

noun

/ˌrɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/

B2 Upper Intermediate

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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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