Stepping Down — synonyms, definition

1. stepping down (Noun)

1 synonym
abdication
2 definitions

stepping down (Noun) — A formal resignation and renunciation of powers.

stepping down (Noun) — The act of abdicating.

1 type of
resignation

2. stepping down (Verb)

5 synonyms
de-escalating leaving office quitting resigning weakening
2 definitions

stepping down (Verb) — Give up or retire from a position. ex. "The Secretary of the Navy will step down next month"

stepping down (Verb) — Reduce the level, intensity, size or scope of. ex. "step down a crisis"

6 types of
decreasing departing leaving lessening minifying pulling up stakes
7 types
falling giving up renouncing resigning retiring topping out vacating