Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vacate-a-position
verb
/veɪˈkeɪt ə pəˈzɪʃən/
Definition
To leave a role or job that one holds, thereby making it available for someone else.
Examples
- After many years of dedicated service, she decided to vacate her position as manager.
- The teacher had to vacate her position due to personal reasons.
- It’s essential for the new candidate to be ready to step in as soon as the former employee vacates the position.
Meaning
When someone vacates a position, it means they resign, retire, or are removed from their job, allowing another person to take their place.
Synonyms
- Resign
- Leave
- Depart
- Step down
