Synonyms for Resign
Definition of resign
- verb
- leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily; "She vacated the position when she got pregnant"; "The chairman resigned when he was found to have misappropriated funds"
- give up or retire from a position; "The Secretary of the Navy will leave office next month"; "The chairman resigned over the financial scandal"
- part with a possession or right; "I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest"; "resign a claim to the throne"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "resign"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like reconcile, renounce, submit can replace "resign" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Resign" in song lyrics
See how resign is used in real songs:
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"And then at my request I ask him to resign"
Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock -
"And suckers have to backtrack, regroup, resign"
Black Sheep — Me and My Brother -
"I hold a rapper to the flames until I make him resign"
Brother Ali — When the Beat Comes In