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VocabJLPT N1

resignation

Noun

Definitions

1. resignation
2. acceptance

This noun refers to the act of giving up or resignation, the feeling of accepting that something cannot be changed or achieved. It conveys a sense of abandoning hope or effort, and can describe either a peaceful acceptance or a reluctant surrender.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

On the packed morning train, I've given up trying to get a seat.

Sentence 2

Listening to the rain, I gave up on the fireworks festival.

Sentence 3

We were out of ingredients, so I gave up on hot pot.

Sentence 4

I'll ask one more time — are you really okay with giving up?

Sentence 5

Due to the tightening regulations, we've effectively abandoned the plan.