resignation — the act of giving up a job or position
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the act of giving up a job or position
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌrezɪɡˈneɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's sudden resignation left everyone wondering if he was secretly planning to become a YouTuber.
- She handed in her resignation with a smile, finally free from her micromanaging boss.
- His resignation was so dramatic that it deserved an Oscar for best workplace performance.
resignation
NOUN[/ˌrezɪɡˈneɪʃən/]
the act of giving up a job or position
He handed in his resignation letter and walked out with relief.
Resignation from designation, dedication to nation
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'resignare' (to unseal, cancel, or give up), composed of the prefix 're-' (back) and 'signare' (to sign or seal). The word entered English via Old French 'resignation' in the 14th century.
Breakdown
re- (back, again) + sign (from Latin signare, to seal) + -ation (noun suffix indicating action or result) = resignation
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The CEO's sudden resignation left everyone wondering if he was secretly planning to become a YouTuber.”
“She handed in her resignation with a smile, finally free from her micromanaging boss.”
“His resignation was so dramatic that it deserved an Oscar for best workplace performance.”
“The politician's resignation came after the scandal broke out.”
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