B2verb 2K

Resign

UK //rɪˈzaɪn// US //rɪˈzaɪn// Pronunciation

Definition

To voluntarily leave a job or position.

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In simple words: To quit a job or position.

Examples

• She decided to resign from her position after five years.
• After much consideration, he chose to resign rather than face disciplinary action.
• The CEO announced his plan to resign during the company's annual meeting.
• Many employees feel they have no option but to resign due to poor working conditions.
• He handed in his notice, formally resigning from the board.

Usage notes

Used in formal contexts, typically referring to jobs or positions. Less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

resign + object

Memory hint

Think of 're-sign' as signing something again, but this time to leave.

Collocations

• resign from a job
• resign with notice
• resign the position

Synonyms

• quit
• depart
• step down
• give notice

Antonyms

• accept
• retain
• stay

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'design'; both have different meanings.
• Using 'resign' when referring to leaving a task but not a position.
• Incorrectly implying a sense of defeat or failure instead of a voluntary choice.