1. giving up a job or position, especially an important one
Usage: present participle of resign
2. accepting something unpleasant that cannot be changed
Usage: present participle of resign

1. showing patient acceptance of something unpleasant

Examples

• The CEO is resigning from her position next month.
• He’s resigning himself to the fact that he won’t get the promotion.
• She gave a resigning sigh when she saw the long line.
• The coach is resigning after ten years with the team.
• They’re resigning themselves to staying home this weekend.
• His resigning attitude made it clear he had given up hope.
• The senator announced she was resigning effective immediately.