Definition, synonyms and related words
simple past tense and past participle of resign
"He resigned his position after ten years of service."
In plain English: To resign means to quit your job or leave an organization officially.
"She resigned from her job after working there for ten years."
Characterized by resignation or acceptance.
"She looked at the closed door with a resigned expression, knowing there was no point in arguing further."
In plain English: Resigned means accepting something unpleasant that you cannot change and giving up hope of doing anything about it.
"She looked at her failed test with resigned acceptance, knowing she would have to study harder next time."
Usage: Do not confuse this adjective with the past tense verb form, which describes having accepted something reluctantly; ensure you use the correct part of speech based on whether you are describing a state of mind or an action taken. In casual conversation, "resigned" often carries a negative tone implying defeat rather than calm acceptance, so consider using "content" if you intend to convey satisfaction instead.