Synonyms of resignations

resignations

noun

plural of resignation

as in retirements

the act or practice of giving up something (such as a job or position)

The senator abruptly announced his resignation following news of the scandal.

Related Words

• retirements
• departures
• abdications
• leaves
• exits
• surrenders
• relinquishments
• renouncements

Dissimilar Words

• acceptances
• adoptions
• embraces
• embracements
• espousals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of resignations

Stevens cited el Sayed’s positions on Israel in explaining her decision, prompting condemnation from Democratic leaders and resignations from members of her congressional staff. — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 Nov. 2026

The statement said the alleged pressure was designed to force resignations and that the European Union mission in Belgrade and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe have been informed. — Jovana Gec, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

And unlike last year when Vucic was in power, Sunday's anniversary memorial was broadcast by state RTS television, following resignations among officials at the TV station in the post-election week. — Marko Drobnjakovic, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026

The association disbanded after several deaths and resignations, according to Lewis. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026

More resignations are expected, two people familiar with the plans said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss a sensitive situation. — Erin Cox, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2026

Several other police department employees also cited disagreements with the mayor and city council as the reason for their resignations. — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026

These included important reporting about resignations, behind-the-scenes arguments, and diplomatic cables about matters such as mass starvation in Gaza. — Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2026

The resolution itself does not call for specific action -- such as demanding resignations or forcing policy changes -- and instead offers a broad condemnation of the school’s response. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026