ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Resignation

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌɹɛz.ɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Resignation is a noun meaning The act of resigning.

Meaning

The act of resigning.

More Meanings

  1. A written or oral declaration that one resigns.
  2. An uncomplaining acceptance of something undesirable but unavoidable.
  3. (Scots law, historical) The form by which a vassal returns the feu into the hands of a superior.

Example Sentences

hand in one's resignation
Jane tendered her resignation to the board of directors, but they refused.
With resignation I acknowledged that after the accident I would not be able to ski again.

Word Forms

Synonyms for resignation

Depending on context, synonyms include surrender.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include surrender, relinquishment, resign, resigned, renouncement, renunciation.

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