Resignation
Resignation (rez`ig*nā"shun) , noun
[French résignation. See Resign.]
1.
The act of resigning or giving up, as a claim, possession, office, or the like; surrender; as, the resignation of a crown or commission.
2.
The state of being resigned or submissive; quiet or patient submission; unresisting acquiescence; as, resignation to the will and providence of God.