stepping down

Definitions

The act of resigning from a position of authority or responsibility.

The process of reducing the intensity, magnitude, or voltage of something.

Examples

The CEO announced he is stepping down from his position after fifteen years of service.

She is stepping down as the head of the committee to focus on her upcoming research project.

Synonyms

resigning quitting retiring abdication withdrawing vacating office stepping aside

Antonyms

ascending taking office assuming power continuing staying remaining in position advancing