B2verbwork
US/rɪˈzaɪn/
UK/rɪˈzaɪn/
to officially leave your job because you choose to
In context
She resigned from the bank to start her own online clothing business.
The minister resigned after the scandal appeared in every newspaper.
If they cut my salary again, I will resign at the end of the month.
Words that go with resign
verb + preposition
- resign fromHe resigned from the board after a disagreement with the CEO.
- resign asShe resigned as head coach after the team lost again.
- resign overThe director resigned over the missing money.
- resign in protestTwo board members resigned in protest at the decision.
verb + adverb
- resign immediatelyProtesters demanded that the mayor resign immediately.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He resigned his company last year.Correct: He resigned from his company last year.